WR restores train services 24 hours after goods train derails at Palghar

Updated On: 29 May, 2024 09:06 PM IST | Sanjana Deshpande

Western Railway successfully restored train services at Palghar station near Mumbai, bringing relief to passengers affected by the derailment of a goods train. Pics/ X@WesternRailway

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Western Railway successfully restored train services at Palghar station near Mumbai, bringing relief to passengers affected by the derailment of a goods train. Pics/ X@WesternRailway

<p>Seven wagons of a goods train carrying iron coils derailed at Palghar, causing significant damage to tracks and overhead equipment, disrupting Mumbai-bound train traffic.</p>

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Seven wagons of a goods train carrying iron coils derailed at Palghar, causing significant damage to tracks and overhead equipment, disrupting Mumbai-bound train traffic.

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Fortunately, no casualties were reported as a result of the derailment, ensuring the safety of passengers and railway staff.

<p>The impact of the derailed wagons and coils caused major damage to railway tracks and overhead equipment, requiring immediate restoration efforts.</p>

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The impact of the derailed wagons and coils caused major damage to railway tracks and overhead equipment, requiring immediate restoration efforts.

<p>Railway authorities certified the damaged railway track fit for operations with speed restrictions, enabling the resumption of train services.</p>

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Railway authorities certified the damaged railway track fit for operations with speed restrictions, enabling the resumption of train services.

<p>A five-member panel has been appointed to conduct a junior administrative grade enquiry into the derailment incident to ascertain the cause and prevent future occurrences.</p>

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A five-member panel has been appointed to conduct a junior administrative grade enquiry into the derailment incident to ascertain the cause and prevent future occurrences.

<p>Some passengers faced difficulties, including a lack of food and water, while stranded onboard trains due to the derailment, highlighting the importance of timely assistance during such incidents.</p>

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Some passengers faced difficulties, including a lack of food and water, while stranded onboard trains due to the derailment, highlighting the importance of timely assistance during such incidents.

<p>Passengers expressed concerns about the lack of provisions onboard trains, prompting railway authorities to respond and assure the provision of food and water to stranded passengers.</p>

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Passengers expressed concerns about the lack of provisions onboard trains, prompting railway authorities to respond and assure the provision of food and water to stranded passengers.

<p>Western Railway deployed approximately 250 labourers and various machinery, including hydra cranes and earth excavating machines, to expedite the restoration work at the derailment site.</p>

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Western Railway deployed approximately 250 labourers and various machinery, including hydra cranes and earth excavating machines, to expedite the restoration work at the derailment site.

<p>Railway officials continued to monitor the situation closely, ensuring the smooth operation of trains and addressing passenger needs effectively throughout the restoration process.</p>

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Railway officials continued to monitor the situation closely, ensuring the smooth operation of trains and addressing passenger needs effectively throughout the restoration process.

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