Jalgaon train accident: Death toll rises to 11, 6 injured as Karnataka Express Hits passengers of Pushpak Express

ANI January 22, 2025 228 views

A devastating train accident in Jalgaon has left 11 people dead and six injured after passengers were hit while standing on tracks. The incident occurred when passengers had reportedly stepped out of their coaches due to a suspected fire on the Pushpak Express. Emergency services, including ambulances and railway rescue vans, quickly arrived at the scene in Pachora. Local officials, including the District Collector and Divisional Commissioner, are actively managing the situation and providing support to those affected.

"As per the information, 11 people have died in the accident." - Praveen Gedam, Nashik Divisional Commissioner
Jalgaon, January 22: The death toll in the Jalgaon train accident has risen to 11, with six others injured after the Karnataka Express hit passengers of the Pushpak Express on Wednesday, a senior official confirmed.

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Train passengers fatally struck after exiting coaches due to suspected fire

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Incident occurred on tracks near Pachora, Jalgaon district

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Emergency services quickly responded to the tragic accident

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Local authorities coordinate rescue and medical support

According to initial reports, the passengers had stepped out of their coaches due to a suspected fire on the Pushpak Express. While they were on the tracks, the Karnataka Express arrived on the adjacent track and hit them.

"As per the information, 11 people have died in the accident. Police and other officials are at the spot. Eight ambulances and several railway rescue vans have been sent to the site. The District Collector and DRM are in contact, and all possible help is being provided," Nashik Divisional Commissioner Praveen Gedam told ANI.

Additionally, Superintendent of Police Maheswar Reddy informed ANI that six people sustained injuries in the crash.

"Till now, 11 people have died in the accident, and six others are injured and receiving treatment. As per information received from the hospital, no one is in critical condition," he added.

Ambulances, railway rescue vans, and fire tenders reached the site in Pachora, Jalgaon district.

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