Jalgaon Train Accident: Death Toll Rises to 12
The death toll in the Jalgaon train accident has risen to 12, with six others injured after the Karnataka Express hit passengers of the Pushpak Express on Wednesday, a senior official confirmed.
According to initial reports, the passengers had stepped out of their coaches due to a suspected fire on the Pushpak Express. While they were on the tracks, the Karnataka Express arrived on the adjacent track and hit them.
“As per the information, 11 people have died in the accident. Police and other officials are at the spot. Eight ambulances and several railway rescue vans have been sent to the site. The District Collector and DRM are in contact, and all possible help is being provided,” Nashik Divisional Commissioner Praveen Gedam told ANI.
Additionally, Superintendent of Police Maheswar Reddy informed ANI that six people sustained injuries in the crash.
“Till now, 11 people have died in the accident, and six others are injured and receiving treatment. As per information received from the hospital, no one is in critical condition,” he added.
Ambulances, railway rescue vans, and fire tenders reached the site in Pachora, Jalgaon district. (ANI)
