In another unfortunate incident, the Agartala-Lokmanya Tilak Express derailed at Dibalong station in Assam on Thursday around 3:55 pm. Fortunately, no casualties were reported, according to a railway spokesperson.
2520 Agartala – Lokmanya Tilak Terminus Express that left Agartala today morning derailed at Dibalong station under Lumding division in the Lumding – Bardarpur Hill section at about 15-55 hrs. 8 coaches including the power car and the Engine of the train got derailed. However,… pic.twitter.com/MkSiVzSRYC
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Investigation Underway
The train, which operates between Agartala and Lokmanya Tilak Terminus in Mumbai, derailed while passing through Dibalong station. The cause of the derailment is still under investigation, and officials are working to clear the tracks to minimize disruptions to other train services. All passengers on board were safely evacuated, and necessary arrangements are being made to assist them.
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Rescue and Restoration Efforts
The derailment occurred in the Lumding-Badarpur Hill section under the Lumding division. Railway authorities have dispatched both the Accident Relief Train and the Accident Relief Medical Train from Lumding, along with senior officials, to oversee the rescue and restoration operations.
Train Services Suspended
Train services in the Lumding-Badarpur single-line section have been suspended temporarily. Passengers seeking information can contact helpline numbers for Lumding at 03674 263120 and 03674 263126.
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