Tragic Train Mishap In Jharkhand's Jamtara; Several People Crushed To Death By Train

Jamtara Train Mishap: Several individuals were struck by a train near Kalijhariya Halt under the Asansol Railway Division in Jharkhand's Jamtara on Wednesday evening.

JAMTARA: A tragic train accident took place in the Jamtara district on Wednesday evening, reportedly claiming the lives of several individuals who were struck by another train near Kalijhariya Halt under the Asansol Railway Division in Jharkhand. Unconfirmed media reports indicate that around a dozen people were suddenly hit by a passing train, resulting in their untimely demise.

#Jharkhand: Nearly 12 people have lost their lives in a #trainaccident near #KalijhariyaHalt under #Asansol railway division in #Jamtara district. According to sources, these people have been cut off by a passing Express train between #Asansol and #Jhajha. pic.twitter.com/8Zhi2C2zyK — All India Radio News (@airnewsalerts) February 28, 2024

Sharing more details about the tragic incident, Deputy Commissioner, Jamtara, initially said, ''A train ran over the passengers at Kalajharia Railway Station in Jamtara. Some deaths have been reported. The exact number of deaths will be confirmed later. Medical teams and ambulances rushed to the spot.'' 

According to the reports, the mishap resulted in the tragic loss of several lives after they were cut off by a passing Express train between Asansol and Jhajha. Additionally, there are reports of several individuals sustaining injuries in the tragic accident.

Upon receiving information about the incident, railway police and local authorities swiftly responded to the scene. Efforts are underway to transport the injured to nearby medical facilities for treatment.

#WATCH | Jharkhand: Rescue operations are underway at Kalajharia railway station in Jamtara after a train ran over several passengers. https://t.co/kVDqS0PetF pic.twitter.com/ItEVsMhzAJ — ANI (@ANI) February 28, 2024

Preliminary information said that passengers leapt from the train to escape a fire onboard the Ang Express. This led them to land on the tracks below, where they were subsequently struck by another train heading from Jhajha to Asansol. As a result, the tragic incident claimed the lives of a few individuals.

However, Kaushik Mitra, CPRO, Eastern Railway, later said, ''Two persons walking on the track were run over by the train at least 2 km away from train no. 12254 passing from Vidyasagar Kasitar. There is no incident of fire. As of now, two deaths have been confirmed. The deceased are not passengers, they were walking on the track. A 3-member JAG committee has been formed to enquire about the issue.''

Speaking to reporters, local Jamtara MLA Irfan Ansari said, "... I am leaving for the spot... I have given the directions to identify those responsible for it. We will also raise the issue in the Assembly... The deceased have not been identified yet..."

Meanwhile, President Draupadi Murmu and Jharkhand's Chief Minister Champai Soren expressed grief over the tragic train mishap and wished for the speedy recovery of those injured.

झारखंड के जामताड़ा जिले में एक रेल दुर्घटना में अनेक लोगों की आकस्मिक मृत्यु का समाचार अत्यंत दुखदाई है। मैं शोक संतप्त परिवारजनों के प्रति गहन संवेदनाएं व्यक्त करती हूं और घायल हुए लोगों के शीघ्र स्वस्थ होने की कामना करती हूं। — President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) February 28, 2024

"Heart is saddened by the sad news of a train accident near Kaljharia station of Jamtara.  May God grant peace to the departed souls and give strength to the bereaved family to bear this difficult time of grief.  The administration team is engaged in relief and rescue work on the spot. I wish a speedy recovery to those injured in the accident," tweeted Jharkhand Chief Minister Champai Soren.

"Heart is saddened by the sad news of train accident near Kaljharia station of Jamtara. May God grant peace to the departed souls and give strength to the bereaved family to bear this difficult time of grief. The administration team is engaged in relief and rescue work on the… pic.twitter.com/gnSszFCMAH — ANI (@ANI) February 28, 2024

Anant Kumar, SDM Jamtara, while confirming that two bodies have been recovered, said that a railway helpline number is being issued for more information. He added that an inquiry has been ordered to determine the exact reason behind the tragedy.

Jharkhand Health Minister Banna Gupta has also directed the Jamtara Deputy Commissioner to continue the relief and rescue work and also directed the Civil Surgeon Jamtara to provide proper treatment to the injured. The Health Minister has directed that there should be no negligence in treatment, according to the Office of Jharkhand Health Ministry.