Major disruption as goods trains derail in Jharkhand

Two goods trains derailed in Jharkhand’s Seraikela-Kharswan district on Saturday, disrupting rail traffic, cancelling express services, and forcing diversions across the South Eastern Railway’s Adra division. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

Trains derailment impacts railway operations

The derailment occurred between Chandil and Nimdih stations, where both trains traveled in opposite directions. Some wagons jumped the tracks and hit the middle section of the other train, damaging several carriages.

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Because the accident happened on a double-line section, both up and down routes from Chandil faced severe delays. Authorities deployed teams and heavy equipment to remove wreckage and repair the track to resume normal operations.

Trains cancellations and diversions after the accident

Multiple express services were cancelled, including the Howrah-Ranchi-Howrah Vande Bharat Express, Patna-Tatanagar Vande Bharat Express, and Tatanagar-Buxar Express. Passenger MEMU services such as Tata-Asansol and Tata-Hatia also remained suspended.

The Bhubaneswar-New Delhi Rajdhani Express was rerouted via Jharsuguda, Rourkela, Nuagaon, Hatia, Bokaro Steel City, and Rajabera. The Purushottam Express took an alternative route through Hijili, Modinagar, Adra, Bhojudih, and Gomoh.

Repair crews worked through the day to restore both lines. Railway officials advised passengers to check train service updates before traveling, as diversions and cancellations would remain until safety inspections were completed.

The incident highlighted the vulnerability of India’s high-traffic corridors, where even a single accident can affect both regional and national timetables. Officials stressed the importance of ongoing track maintenance and modern safety systems to reduce such risks.

Source: m.economictimes.com

FAQ

What caused the trains derailment in Jharkhand?

The derailment happened when two goods trains collided between Chandil and Nimdih stations, causing wagons to jump the tracks and hit each other.

Which trains were cancelled due to the derailment?

Cancellations included Vande Bharat Express services, Tatanagar-Buxar Express, and several MEMU passenger trains.

How can passengers check the status of affected trains?

Travelers can view real-time updates on the official Indian Railways enquiry portal or through authorized mobile apps.

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