Kolkata-Sairang Express Derails in India's Assam, Engine and Five Coaches Jump Tracks

GUWAHATI, Nov 11: Five coaches and the locomotive of the Kolkata-Sairang Express derailed near Digaru railway station in Assam on Wednesday morning, leaving several passengers with minor injuries, railway officials said.

The accident occurred at approximately 6:54 am while the train was travelling from Kolkata to Sairang in Mizoram.

According to the Railways, all passengers were reported safe, although a few sustained minor injuries and received medical attention.

In a statement, the Railways said the train was attempting to give passage to another train when the locomotive driver was unable to control the speed, resulting in the derailment of the engine and five coaches.

Relief and rescue operations were launched immediately after the incident, with railway officials reaching the accident site to oversee the response.

Passengers are being transferred to an alternative train to continue their journey to their respective destinations, the Railways said.

Visuals from a hospital showed some passengers receiving treatment for minor injuries. One passenger was seen with a bandage around his hand, while another was treated for an injury to his thigh.

Further details regarding the circumstances of the derailment and any disruption to railway services are awaited.