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Jalgaon Train Accident Live Updates: Eknath Shinde Expresses Condolences To Jalgaon Accident Victims

🕒 Updated: Jan 23, 2025 | 11:37 AM IST

A tragedy was witnessed in Maharashtra’s Jalgaon district on Tuesday, as at least six people are feared dead after passengers on the Pushpak Express jumped onto the tracks in panic, only to be hit by the incoming Karnataka Express. The incident occurred at around 4:19 PM near Badnera Junction, sending shock waves across the region.

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According to initial reports, passengers aboard the Pushpak Express, which was traveling from Lucknow to Mumbai, noticed sparks while the train was braking. Fearing a fire onboard, the passengers panicked and began fleeing the train, jumping onto the tracks in a frantic attempt to escape. Tragically, as they attempted to cross the tracks, they were struck by the Karnataka Express, which was traveling in the opposite direction.

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A tragedy was witnessed in Maharashtra’s Jalgaon district on Tuesday, as at least six people are feared dead after passengers on the Pushpak Express jumped onto the tracks in panic, only to be hit by the incoming Karnataka Express. The incident occurred at around 4:19 PM near Badnera Junction, sending shock waves across the region. […]

Live Updates

  • 21:02 (IST) 22 Jan 2025

    Emergency Booth Established at Lucknow Railway Station

    Aditya Kumar, Divisional Railway Manager of North Eastern Railway, Lucknow, announced the setup of an emergency booth at Lucknow Junction to assist passengers with information related to the incident. "A helpline number has also been issued. The details of what occurred and the source of the rumors will be clarified after the inquiry," he stated.
  • 20:44 (IST) 22 Jan 2025

    Eknath Shinde Expresses Condolences to Jalgaon Accident Victims

    Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde extended his condolences to the victims of the tragic Jalgaon incident. “The Jalgaon accident is deeply unfortunate. I have gathered detailed information about the situation and spoken with the Collector and other officials. The injured have been hospitalized, and rescue operations are ongoing at the site. The government is extending all necessary assistance to those affected,” Shinde stated.
  • 20:43 (IST) 22 Jan 2025

    KC Venugopal Calls on Congress Workers to Support Relief Efforts

    Congress general secretary KC Venugopal expressed deep distress over the tragic rail accident in Jalgaon, Maharashtra, which has resulted in multiple fatalities. “My heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims of this heartbreaking incident. I urge the authorities to expedite rescue operations for the affected passengers,” Venugopal stated. He further directed Congress workers in the area to actively collaborate with authorities to ensure the smooth execution of relief efforts.
  • 20:09 (IST) 22 Jan 2025

    Maharashtra to Provide ₹5 Lakh Compensation for Deceased, Announces CM Fadnavis

    Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, in a video statement from Davos, Switzerland, announced a relief package of ₹5 lakh for the families of the deceased. He also assured that the state government would cover all medical expenses for the injured.
  • 19:47 (IST) 22 Jan 2025

    Jalgaon SP Confirms No Critical Injuries Among Passengers

    Jalgaon Superintendent of Police Dr. Maheswar Reddy stated that none of the injured passengers were in critical condition. He also confirmed that the death toll had risen to eleven.