Goa Express Hits Maintenance Trolley: One Worker Killed
A tragic accident occurred in Shajapur, Madhya Pradesh, on Friday morning, claiming the life of a railway employee and leaving another fighting for his life. The collision involved the Goa Express and a track maintenance trolley near the Jhonkar village railway crossing.
The incident took place at approximately 11:00 AM on the railway stretch situated between Maksi and Peer Umrod.
Tragedy During Track Maintenance
The accident occurred while a railway crew was actively engaged in essential track maintenance work. As the Goa Express approached from the direction of Maksi, it struck the maintenance trolley, causing significant damage to the vehicle and resulting in immediate casualties.
The victims, both residents of Baliason in the Shajapur district, have been identified as:
- Bhagwansingh: Who was tragically killed instantly at the scene.
- Dilip Jaiswal: Who sustained critical injuries, including the amputation of a leg.
Disruption to Rail Traffic
The collision had an immediate impact on local rail operations. Mukesh Kumar, the Public Relations Officer for the Ratlam Railway Division, confirmed the casualties and noted that the accident caused a disruption in rail traffic for approximately 30 minutes.
"A railway team arrived at the site to conduct an investigation and facilitate the restoration of rail operations," stated an official following the incident.
Official Inquiry Underway
Following the collision, railway authorities arrived at the site to manage the situation and begin the process of restoring normal services. An official inquiry has been launched to investigate the exact circumstances surrounding the collision and to determine how the accident occurred during the maintenance work.