27 October,2023 06:36 PM IST | Mumbai | Rajendra B. Aklekar
Video grab of the incident. Video/Raj Kadam
Some coaches of a goods train derailed near Vasai station in Palghar district on Friday, sources said.
The incident have prompted a swift response from railway authorities. Fortunately, no casualties or injuries were reported in the incident, offering a sigh of relief for all concerned, sources further said.
"Two wagons of an empty goods train got uncoupled and derailed at Vasai Yard at 17.17 hrs. Platform No. 6 and 7 infringed while Main line is clear. Two Diva - Vasai MEMU trains have been short-terminated and reversed from Kaman Road. Restoration is in progress," said Sumit Thakur, Chief PRO
The derailment occurred with a few coaches of a goods train. Local authorities and railway personnel have swung into action and relief operations are underway.
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Further details of the matter are awaited.
Watch video of the incident below. Video by Raj Kadam.