Goa Express Hits Maintenance Trolley in MP: One Dead, Four Injured
A tragic accident occurred on Friday morning when the Goa Express collided with a track maintenance trolley in Madhya Pradesh, resulting in the death of a railway employee and leaving several others injured.
Tragedy Near Jhokar Railway Gate
The collision took place between the Berchha and Maksi stations in the Shajapur district, specifically near the Jhokar railway gate. The incident occurred during the morning hours, between 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM, on October 16, 2026.
Reports indicate that the Goa Express was operating on a diverted route at the time of the accident. While the locomotive pilot reportedly sounded the train's horn to alert the crew, the high speed of the approaching train meant the maintenance team could not clear the tracks in time to avoid the impact.
Casualties and Injuries Reported
The impact of the collision was devastating for the maintenance crew working on the trolley. The following details have been released regarding those involved:
- Bhagwan Singh Bilma: A railway gangman who tragically lost his life in the accident.
- Dilip Jaiswal: Suffered severe injuries, including the loss of a leg.
- Vikram and Saddam: Both sustained injuries during the collision.
- Manoj Verma: A member of the team who managed to escape without injury by jumping from the trolley just before the impact.
The injured workers were initially rushed to a hospital in Maksi before being transferred to Ujjain for advanced medical treatment.
Railway Response and Investigation
The collision caused a temporary disruption to rail traffic in the area, lasting approximately 30 minutes while railway teams worked to clear the site and restore movement.
Mukesh Kumar Pandey, the Public Relations Officer for the Ratlam Rail Division, has confirmed that an official investigation into the circumstances of the accident has been initiated by the railway department.