Three coaches of the Secunderabad-Shalimar Superfast Express (Train No. 22850) derailed on Saturday morning near Nalpur Station in Howrah, West Bengal. Among the affected coaches were two passenger coaches and one parcel van, according to the Chief Public Relations Officer (CPRO) of South Eastern Railway. Fortunately, no injuries or casualties have been reported in this incident.
Another day, another #TrainAccident!
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When will the callous Railway Minister @AshwiniVaishnaw take responsibility? The public deserves answers & action.
Shalimar Secunderabad Express train met with an accident near Howrah in West Bengal. 3 coaches have been derailed. pic.twitter.com/6HZdXrRGWu
The derailment occurred approximately 40 km from Kolkata, causing disruptions on the South Eastern Railway line. Emergency teams were quickly dispatched to the site to assess the situation, restore services, and determine the cause of the derailment.
The incident has led to renewed calls for accountability from the public, with some officials questioning railway safety protocols. This is the latest in a series of train accidents across India, intensifying demands for comprehensive safety reviews and action from the Ministry of Railways.
