20 coaches of Sabarmati Express derail near Kanpur, no injuries reported

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20 coaches of Sabarmati Express derail near Kanpur, no injuries reported

Twenty coaches of the Sabarmati Express passenger train derailed near Govindpuri station in Kanpur early Saturday after the engine hit an “object placed on the track”, rail officials…

Twenty coaches of the Sabarmati Express passenger train derailed near Govindpuri station in Kanpur early Saturday after the engine hit an “object placed on the track”, rail officials said. There are no reports of any loss of life or injury in the accident. The Varanasi-Ahmedabad train derailed between Kanpur and Bhimsen railway station around 2:35 am. Rescue and relief operations are underway.

Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said, “The engine of Sabarmati Express (Varanasi to Amdavad) hit an object on the track and derailed near Kanpur at 02:35 am today.” The involvement of miscreants or anti-social elements is being investigated. The passengers of the Sabarmati Express were evacuated from the spot, and buses have been arranged for their transportation. Additionally, several helpline numbers have been issued for assistance.

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