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Published 23:08 IST, October 11th 2024

Video: Mysore-Darbhanga Express Collides With Goods Train, Visual shows Massive Rescue Operation

Mysore-Darbhanga Express collides with goods train near Chennai; coaches catch fire, several injured, emergency helplines issued.

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Video: Mysore-Darbhanga Express Collides With Goods Train, Visual shows Massive Rescue Operation
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The Mysore-Darbhanga express train on Friday collided with a stationary goods train at a railway station in Kavarapettai, near Tamil Nadu's capital city Chennai. After the massive collision, at least three coaches caught fire leading to major chaos at the site. According to the railway police, several people have suffered serious injuries. 

The Mysore-Darbhanga express train on Friday met with an accident and collided with a stationary goods train at a railway station in Kavarapettai, near Tamil Nadu’s capital Chennai. After the collision three coaches caught fire creating chaos in the area. According to the local area many passengers have suffered serious injuries. 

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Mysore-Darbhanga Express Train Accident: Railways Issues Emergency Helpline Numbers

The Chennai Division has provided contact for the following helplines: 

- 044-2535-4151

- 044-2435-4995

Moreover, the following helplines are available for those in the regions closer to the accident:

  • Samastipur: 06274-8102918840
  • Darbhanga: 06272-8102918840
  • Danapur: 9031069105

Train No 12578  ( Mysuru to Darbhanga express) while passing Kavaraippettai station in MAS division in which some coaches have derailed. 

  • A war room with help line has been set up at Mysuru Control room and may be contacted on Ph 9731143981. 
  • Help desk set up at MYS railway station with number 0821-2422400
  • ⁠139 helpline manned by MYS divisional officer and staff

Updated 23:08 IST, October 11th 2024