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A tragic train accident near Kasba railway station in Purnea district claimed four lives when a Vande Bharat Express struck five young makhana farmers. Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar expressed deep sorrow over the incident and announced compensation for the victims' families. The accident occurred around 5 a.m. while the farmers were walking along the tracks after returning from a Dussehra fair. The incident has shocked the entire Seemanchal region and highlights the ongoing challenges of railway safety.

Key Points: Nitish Kumar Mourns 4 Lives Lost in Purnea Vande Bharat Train Tragedy

  • Train hit 5 makhana farmers returning from Dussehra fair
  • Accident occurred near Kasba railway station crossing
  • Three died instantly, one later succumbed
  • State announces Rs 4 lakh compensation per victim family
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Nitish Kumar expresses grief over Purnea train accident that claimed 4 lives

Bihar CM expresses grief over fatal train accident near Kasba station, announces compensation for victims' families

"This incident is extremely sad - Nitish Kumar, Bihar Chief Minister"

Patna, Oct 3

Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar on Friday expressed grief over the tragic death of four people who were hit by the Vande Bharat Express in Purnea district.

"This incident is extremely sad," the Chief Minister said in a condolence message, praying for strength for the bereaved families and wishing a speedy recovery to the injured.

The state government has also announced Rs 4 lakh compensation to each of the family members of the deceased.

This incident has created a shockwave in the entire Seemanchal region.

The accident occurred around 5 a.m. on Friday near the Kasba railway station crossing on the Jogbani-Katihar rail section.

According to an official, five youths, engaged in makhana farming, were returning on foot from a Dussehra fair and walking along the tracks when they were struck by the Jogbani-Danapur Vande Bharat Express.

Three of them died on the spot, while two others were rushed to Purnea Government Medical College Hospital.

One of the injured later succumbed to his injuries, while another remains under treatment.

"This unfortunate incident claimed the lives of four young men while one is still undergoing treatment," said MD Habiuddin, chowkidar of Kasba Police Station.

The Jogbani-Danapur Vande Bharat Express was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on September 15 via video link. Regular operations on the route began shortly after.

Earlier on Thursday, three people, including a woman, lost their lives and seven others were injured in a road accident in Bihar's Kaimur district.

According to police, a speeding SUV rammed into a parked container truck from behind on the south lane of NH-19 near Chhajjupur Pond under Durgawati police station limits.

The deceased were identified as Muslim Ansari (45), a resident of Jharkhand, and Munna Ansari (45) and Razia Khatoon (60), both from Rohtas district.

The injured passengers, all travelling in the vehicle, were rushed to Sadar Hospital, Bhabhua, for treatment.

- IANS

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Priya S
Why are people still walking on railway tracks? We need more awareness campaigns in rural areas. Vande Bharat trains are much faster and quieter than regular trains, making them more dangerous at crossings.
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Arjun K
Two major accidents in Bihar within two days! First the road accident in Kaimur and now this train tragedy. Our state needs better infrastructure and safety protocols. Thoughts with all the affected families 🙏
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Sarah B
While the compensation is appreciated, I respectfully question why railway crossings in rural areas don't have proper barriers or warning systems. New trains like Vande Bharat require upgraded safety infrastructure.
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Michael C
The timing is tragic - these young farmers were probably tired after the festival and walking on tracks seems like a shortcut they've taken many times. We need to educate communities about the dangers, especially with high-speed trains.
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Kavya N
So sad to hear about this incident. Makhana farming is hard work and these young men had their whole lives ahead. Hope the government implements better safety measures at railway crossings across Bihar.

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