Two Coaches of Indore-Jabalpur Express Derail Near Jabalpur Station, Passengers Evacuated Safely

Accident Occurs at Slow Speed, Investigation Underway

Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh  At approximately 5:50 a.m. today, the Indore-Jabalpur Overnight Express derailed near Jabalpur’s main railway station. The incident involved two coaches of the train and caused significant panic among passengers. Fortunately, the train was traveling at a reduced speed of 5 km/h due to its proximity to the station, which likely prevented a more severe disaster.

Details of the Incident

The derailment occurred as the train was nearing Jabalpur’s main station, leading to an immediate evacuation of passengers from the affected coaches. Railway officials and emergency response teams swiftly arrived at the scene to manage the situation and initiate relief operations.

Passenger Accounts

Sandeep Kumar, a passenger on the train, described the moment of the derailment: “I was resting in the coach when I felt some jolts, as if the brakes had been applied abruptly. By the time I realized what had happened, the train had already come to a halt. It seemed like a serious accident at first, and the train remained stationary for some time. When I got down and looked outside, I saw that two AC coaches had derailed.”

Ongoing Investigation

Railway authorities have confirmed that the low speed of the train played a crucial role in preventing more serious injuries or damage. An investigation into the cause of the derailment is currently underway. In the meantime, train operations in the area have been affected, causing delays and disruptions.

Railway Response

Top railway officials and staff have been mobilized to manage the aftermath of the accident and ensure the safety of all passengers. Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses and train services are restored.