Tragedy at Dara: Two railway engineers dead after soil collapse during underpass construction
A tragic accident occurred on Thursday evening, May 28, 2026, at the Dara Valley area on the Kota-Jhalawar National Highway-52. Two railway engineers lost their lives when soil collapsed during the construction of an underpass on the Delhi-Mumbai railway track. The incident happened around 7:45 PM while the engineers were supervising the work.
Who were the engineers and how did the accident happen
The deceased have been identified as Senior Section Engineer Pankaj Kumar Jha and Junior Engineer Prabhat Singh. The accident took place during a process called the push block technique. While the engineers were monitoring the movement of the block, the soil suddenly gave way, burying them under the debris. They were rushed to a private hospital in Kota, where they were declared dead.
What actions were taken by the authorities
Following the incident, a rescue operation was launched immediately using JCB machines and other equipment. Several officials, including DSP Ghanshyam Meena and Senior DCM Saurabh Jain, reached the spot to manage the situation. The Kota Railway Division has officially ordered an investigation into the cause of the collapse.
How is train movement affected at the site
To ensure safety, the railway administration has imposed a strict speed restriction for trains passing through the affected area. The details are as follows:
| Restriction Type | Limit/Instruction |
|---|---|
| Speed Limit | 10 km per hour |
| Operational Order | Trains must stop and proceed with caution |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Where exactly did the accident take place?
The accident happened at the Dara Valley area on the Kota-Jhalawar National Highway-52, where an underpass was being built on the Delhi-Mumbai railway track.
What is the current status of train movement in that area?
Trains passing through the accident site are currently under a speed restriction of 10 km per hour and have been ordered to stop and proceed carefully.