Fatal Collision Near Kaziranga and Train Derailment in Assam
A tragic head-on collision near Kaziranga leaves several feared dead, while a train derailment at Digaru prompts a high-level railway investigation.
Tragedy struck Assam on Friday as a devastating head-on collision near Kaziranga National Park left several people feared dead. The accident, which occurred in the Rongajaan area of Golaghat district, involved a passenger vehicle and a truck, sending shockwaves through the local community.
Police officials confirmed that multiple fatalities are suspected, and several others have been rushed to nearby hospitals with various injuries. Rescue and relief operations are currently active at the scene as authorities work to manage the chaos and assist those affected.
Railway Investigation Launched at Digaru
In a separate incident, the Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) has launched a high-level probe into the derailment of the Kolkata-Sairang Express at Digaru railway station. Six coaches of the train went off the tracks, though fortunately, no casualties were reported in this particular mishap.
Chief Public Relations Officer Kopinjal Kishore Sharma stated that a team of experts is examining the situation, including video recordings made by the loco pilot to understand why the locomotive and five coaches derailed. While most passengers are safe, four people sustained minor injuries.
To manage the disruption, special trains are being used to transport passengers to their destinations. However, the following services have been cancelled:
- Guwahati-Haibargaon Express
- Guwahati-New Jalpaiguri Intercity Express
- New Jalpaiguri-Guwahati Intercity Express
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma confirmed that the state government is coordinating closely with the Union Ministry of Railways to ensure passenger safety and a swift resolution to the technical issues at the station.