Two trains collides in Haryana, 3 persons died

Two trains coming in opposite direction on same track collided in Palwal district of Haryana state today around 8.25 am. The driver of the local train and two others are reportedly killed on the spot in this accident. Around 100 passengers are reported to be injured but fortunately all are safe. The reason for this serious accident is human error. Signaling staff have allowed Lokmanya Tilak Haridwar Express on same track on which a local passenger was coming from Palwal.

Both trains collide near Bhagola village that is 80 km away from Delhi. Drivers of both trains failed to notice the other train coming from opposite direction due to thick fog. Signaling staff reportedly allowed both trains on same track in opposite directions by mistake as repair works are taking place on the other track.

Around 15 train services were disrupted with this accident. Injured passengers have been shifted to local hospitals and some to hospitals in Faridabad city. Railway officials and rescue teams rushed to the site for restoration and relief measures.

Helpline Numbers: New Delhi-1072, 011-23341074; H Nizamuddin- 011-23459748