President Durupadi Murmu expressed his condolences to the families of those killed and injured in the train accident in Jamtala district of Jharkhand and expressed his condolences to the victims and families of the victims. The President
He also expressed his views on Prime Minister Modi’s situation. May the injured recover as soon as possible.”
झारखंड के जामताड़ा जिले में एक रेल दुर्घटना में अनेक लोगों की आकस्मिक मृत्यु का समाचार अत्यंत दुखदाई है। मैं शोक संतप्त परिवारजनों के प्रति गहन संवेदनाएं व्यक्त करती हूं और घायल हुए लोगों के शीघ्र स्वस्थ होने की कामना करती हूं।
— President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) February 28, 2024
At least two people died and many others were injured when the train hit passengers near Kaljariya railway crossing in Jamtara-Karmatand district on Wednesday.
Jamtara Deputy Chief Minister Director Shashi Bhushan Mehra confirmed that two bodies were found and said that the police, district administration and authorities responded quickly and tended to the injured.Jamtala District Officer (SDO) Anant Kumar explained that the deceased passenger got off near Kalajhariya railway crossing and was hit by another local train. “The train stopped near Karajhariya railway crossing and some passengers got off the train, but it was hit by another local train. Reports indicate that people died and two bodies were found during searches,” said SDO Kumar.
Kumar also announced plans to set up a hotline to help families of the injured get more information.
According to Kumar, the cause of the incident is still under investigation.
Jharkhand Health Minister Banna Gupta asked Jamtara Deputy Commissioner and Public Health Officer to cooperate in the rescue and provide proper treatment to the injured.
Reacting to the incident, Jharkhand Prime Minister Champai Soren expressed his sadness and said, “The train accident near Jamtalakajaria station was very painful. May the deceased rest in peace and find their families.” We are gaining strength in this difficult and sad time. Our government is participating in the rescue operation in the region.
