Sabarmati Express derails: Passengers safely transported, investigation underway

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Published: August 17,2024 10:52 AM
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Sabarmati Express derails: Passengers safely transported, investigation underway

August 17, 2024: On Saturday, Sabarmati Express derailed in block section between Kanpur and Bhimsen station in Uttar Pradesh.



Fortunately, no injuries were reported at the site, according to the Indian railways.



Indian Railways promptly dispatched buses to the location to safely evacuate and transfer passengers to Kanpur.



According to initial reports from the train’s driver, a boulder is believed to have struck the engine, causing significant damage to the engine’s cattle guard.



The Indian Railways is actively investigating the incident.