TL;DR:Ā Eight coaches of the Mumbai-bound Lokmanya Tilak ExpressĀ derailed at Dibalong station in AssamĀ this afternoon. Fortunately, no casualtiesĀ have been reported, though rail services along the Lumding-Badarpur single lineĀ have been suspended temporarily. Rescue and restoration operations are underway, with senior railway officials at the scene.
š¤ļø What Happened at Dibalong?
The train, departing from Agartala, derailed at 3:55 PMĀ today, with eight coaches, including the engine, going off the track š. Fortunately, all passengers escaped unharmed. However, the suspension of rail trafficĀ along this route has disrupted services, leaving passengers stranded. Relief trains from Lumding stationĀ have already been dispatched to assist.
š§ Another Day, Another Derailment?
Train accidents have become so frequentĀ that they often fade into the backgroundĀ of news headlines š. While no major injuriesĀ this time is a relief, it raises bigger questions about rail safety standardsĀ and how these incidents are becoming alarmingly normalized.
š” MediaFx Opinion: Fix the System, Not Just the Rails!
This incident, like many others, highlights the urgent need for better rail infrastructure and maintenanceĀ in India š¦. While no casualtiesĀ is good news, frequent derailmentsĀ show that safety cannot be taken for granted. The Railways must prioritize proactive measures, not just damage control after accidents.
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