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A tragic train accident involving the Pushpak Express occurred near Paranda station in Jalgaon, Maharashtra. This horrific incident has left 12 people dead and over 40 injured, some of whom are in critical condition. The visuals from the site are deeply disturbing, evoking memories of the Balasore train tragedy in Odisha.
Immediate Response from Authorities
The Railway Minister, Ashwini Vaishnav, expressed profound grief over the incident and extended condolences to the families of the deceased. He assured that all necessary assistance is being provided for the injured and directed officials to ensure proper medical care. Financial aid has been announced:
- ₹1.5 lakh for families of the deceased.
- ₹50,000 for the seriously injured.
- ₹5,000 for those with minor injuries.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi also expressed his sorrow, offering condolences to the bereaved families. He prayed for the speedy recovery of the injured and confirmed that authorities are taking all possible steps to assist those affected.
Anguished by the tragic accident on the railway tracks in Jalgaon, Maharashtra. I extend my heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and pray for the speedy recovery of all the injured. Authorities are providing all possible assistance to those affected: PMO pic.twitter.com/l2gnoLZabx
— ANI (@ANI) January 22, 2025
Relief and Rescue Operations
Jalgaon District Magistrate Ayush Prasad shared details of the relief efforts. Ambulances and rescue teams were immediately dispatched to the accident site. The injured have been admitted to nearby hospitals, and postmortem procedures for the deceased are underway. The administration is ensuring timely support for those affected.
#WATCH | Jalgaon train accident | DM Jalgaon Ayush Prasad says, "We recieved the info of the accident after which the administration immediately spun into action and sent the ambulance and other help at the site...The hospitals were activated...The injured have been admitted to… https://t.co/CKQYtVURlJ pic.twitter.com/0rVgQ3ZYNi
— ANI (@ANI) January 22, 2025
Appeal for Safety and Support
The government has urged travelers to stay vigilant and has reinforced its commitment to improving railway safety measures to prevent such incidents in the future.
This tragic accident has left the nation in mourning, and efforts are underway to support the victims and their families during this difficult time.
