Howrah-Mumbai Mail Derailment: The Railway Ministry has declared an ex-gratia compensation for the victims of the Howrah-Mumbai Mail train derailment that occurred early Tuesday morning. Families of the deceased will receive Rs 10 lakh, individuals with serious injuries will get Rs 5 lakh and those with minor injuries will be given Rs 1 lakh.
Howrah-Mumbai Mail Derailment: Details of the Incident
The derailment took place around 3:30-3:45 am near Barabamboo station, resulting in a tragic accident that claimed the lives of at least two passengers and injured several others. Eighteen coaches of the train came off the tracks in the Chakradharpur Division of South Eastern Railway (SER).
Immediate Response and Relief Measures
In response to the accident, multiple agencies coordinated efforts to manage the situation. Accident Relief Medical Equipment (ARME) teams and additional personnel from the Chakradharpur Railway Division were swiftly deployed to offer immediate assistance following the derailment. All passengers were evacuated and moved to Chakradharpur by special trains and buses.
Official Statement and Further Actions
The derailment was reported around 3:40 am, with the train en route from Howrah to Mumbai. A special train has been arranged for the onward journey to Mumbai. The Ministry of Railways shared the compensation details in a post on X, ensuring support for the affected families and individuals.
