Rajyarani Express: Woman Falls Into Ganga From Rajendra Setu While Making Reel, Rescued by Locals
Sakshi Kumari, a resident of Baghi village in Begusarai, fell from the Rajendra Setu bridge into the Ganga River on Tuesday afternoon. She was traveling on the Rajyarani Express with her brother, Saurabh Kumar, after completing an exam in Patna. The incident took place within the Hathidah police station area in Mokama. Quick action by local fishermen and construction workers prevented a major tragedy.
Details of the Rescue Operation at Rajendra Setu
- Immediate Response: Fishermen and laborers from Afcons Company saw her fall and launched a boat to pull her from the water.
- Medical Help: An Afcons company ambulance was used to rush her to Mahatma Gandhi Hospital in Maranchi.
- Current Status: Doctors state her condition is stable but serious as she sustained severe injuries from the impact.
- Official Confirmation: Hathidah SHO Ranjan Kumar confirmed that the rescue happened before the current could sweep her away.
Investigation and Conflicting Statements
The Hathidah police have started an investigation based on a written application from the victim’s father, Vinod Ram. While preliminary reports from the family suggested she was filming a social media reel, Sakshi later claimed she was standing near the door because she felt unwell and hot. Police are looking into the exact circumstances of the fall. This event highlights the dangers of standing near open doors on moving trains, especially on bridges. Railway officials continue to advise passengers against using mobile phones for photography in high-risk zones.