In a significant rail mishap at Kavarapettai Railway Station in the Chennai Division, the Mysuru-Darbhanga Express collided with a stationary goods train on the night of October 11, 2024. The severe collision led to a fire in a parcel van and the derailment of at least 13 coaches. Fortunately, no casualties have been reported thus far, although some passengers sustained injuries and were promptly transported to nearby hospitals. Rail services along the affected routes are currently disrupted, with alternative arrangements in place for passengers. Senior railway and police officials, along with a rescue team from Dr. MGR Chennai Central station and a 30-member National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) team, have been dispatched to the scene to manage the situation. The Southern Railway has provided helpline numbers 04425354151 and 04424354995 for assistance. An investigation is underway to determine the exact cause of the accident, with initial reports suggesting that the express train may have mistakenly crossed a signal intended for the main line.
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