Tragic Train Crash in Darjeeling Claims 15 Lives, Dozens Injured

At least 15 passengers died and 60 were injured as the Sealdah-bound Kanchanjunga Express was hit by a goods train in Darjeeling. Rescue efforts are ongoing despite challenging weather. Government officials and the Prime Minister expressed their condolences, with compensation announced for the affected families.

A devastating train accident claimed the lives of at least 15 passengers and left 60 others injured in Darjeeling's Darjeeling district on Monday morning. The Sealdah-bound Kanchanjunga Express was stationary when a goods train collided with its rear coaches, causing a massive derailment, authorities revealed.

Both local and central agencies, alongside residents, were working tirelessly to rescue any trapped passengers. Tragically, among the deceased were the pilot and co-pilot of the goods train and the guard of the passenger train, according to senior railway officials.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his sorrow over the incident on X (formerly known as Twitter), offering condolences to the victims' families and wishing a fast recovery for the injured. Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced compensation, providing Rs 10 lakh to the families of the deceased, Rs 2.5 lakh to those severely injured, and Rs 50,000 to those with minor injuries.