Kanpur Train Derail: Police Claims Engine Collided with Suspicious Object, Investigation to Follow
A train accident occurred between Kanpur and Bhimsen stations in Uttar Pradesh. The Sabarmati Express, train number 19168, derailed in a block section between the two stations. Fortunately, no injuries have been reported from the scene of the accident. Buses have arrived at the site to transport passengers to Kanpur. The accident took place when the Sabarmati Express was en route from Kanpur. It derailed just a short distance away between Kanpur and Bhimsen stations. The loco pilot stated that initially, it appears that a boulder struck the engine, severely damaging and bending the engine's cattle guard, which led to the train's derailment. However, the exact cause will only be determined after a thorough investigation. The incident caused panic among passengers, who were terrified and scrambled to ensure their safety, leading to chaos on the train. Upon receiving news of the accident, Kanpur DM Rakesh Kumar Singh and ADM rushed to the site to assess the situation, and rescue and relief operations were initiated immediately.