Jalgaon rail accident: 11 passengers jump out fearing fire, run over by another train
On January 22, 2025, a tragic incident occurred near Pardhade railway station in Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. Passengers aboard the Pushpak Express, traveling from Lucknow to Mumbai, noticed smoke emanating from the train’s wheels, leading to panic and fears of a fire. In response, several passengers pulled the emergency chain and disembarked onto the adjacent tracks. Tragically, at that moment, the Bengaluru Express (also referred to as the Karnataka Express) was approaching on the adjacent track and struck the passengers who had alighted, resulting in multiple fatalities.
Initial reports indicate that at least six individuals lost their lives in the accident.
However, some sources suggest the death toll could be as high as eight.
Additionally, several passengers sustained injuries and were promptly transported to nearby hospitals for medical attention.
The incident has prompted an immediate response from railway authorities and local officials. The Divisional Railway Manager of Bhusawal, along with a medical team, has been dispatched to the site to oversee rescue and relief operations. The exact cause of the smoke, which led to the panic among passengers, is under investigation. Preliminary assessments suggest that the smoke may have resulted from either a ‘hot axle’ or ‘brake-binding’ (jamming).
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has expressed deep sorrow over the incident and has directed officials to ensure adequate medical treatment for the injured.
Further investigations are underway to determine the precise sequence of events and to implement measures to prevent such tragedies in the future.
By -kartik
