Eidgah-Bandikui MEMU Derails Near Kherli: No Injuries Reported
A routine journey turned into a moment of intense panic on Tuesday morning when the Eidgah-Bandikui MEMU (64621) derailed near Kherli railway station. The incident, which occurred around 11:20 AM, sent shockwaves through the carriages as passengers experienced a sudden and jarring halt to their travel.
Details of the Derailment
The train had departed from Agra at 8:50 AM and was making its way through the Kathumar sub-district when the mishap took place. According to official reports, the derailment occurred approximately 3.5 kilometers before reaching Kherli station, specifically between railway gates 66 and 67, near electricity pole number 96/8.
The technical failure involved two wheels of the second coach (coach number 228236/C), located immediately behind the front motor coach, which slipped off the tracks. Passengers on board described hearing a loud, frightening noise followed by the train coming to an abrupt and violent stop.
No Casualties Reported
Despite the suddenness of the derailment and the panic it caused, there is significant relief that no injuries or casualties were reported among the passengers or the crew. The train was being operated by driver Amarnath Chaubey and guard Manoj Kumar Yadav at the time of the accident.
Shivam Sharma, the Chief Public Relations Officer for the North Central Railway (NCR), confirmed the incident and verified that all passengers and staff members are safe.
Restoration and Investigation Underway
The Railway Protection Force (RPF) arrived quickly at the site to secure the area and manage the situation. Senior railway officials, including the Divisional Railway Manager (DRM) from Agra, are currently on the scene to oversee the recovery operations.
Railway authorities have launched an investigation to determine the exact cause of the derailment. Restoration work is currently underway to clear the tracks and ensure that services can return to normal as soon as possible.