On Tuesday, January 14, a mainline electric multiple unit (MEMU) train derailed near Villupuram in Tamil Nadu. This train was going to Puducherry. A major accident was averted due to the alertness and quick action of the loco pilot. There is no information about any casualty in this incident.

incident details

  • incident morning at 5:25 Occurred when Villupuram-Puducherry MEMU train had departed from Villupuram.
  • The train was passing a turn when one of its coaches derailed.
  • The loco pilot immediately stopped the train, due to which the passengers were evacuated safely.

ensure safety of passengers

  • in train approx 500 passengers Were riding.
  • All the passengers were taken out safely.
  • There is no news of any passenger being injured.

Railway services restored

  • Train services on Villupuram-Puducherry route affected due to incident Interrupted till 8:30 am on Tuesday Stayed.
  • Railway staff and engineers restored the movement of trains within three hours.
  • The repair work of the derailed coaches is going on at a fast pace.

Investigation orders issued

Railway officials have ordered an investigation into this incident.

  • According to preliminary information, the cause of the incident is said to be derailment at the turn of the train.
  • The clear reasons will be known only after the investigation is completed.

MEMU Train: Short distance service

Villupuram-Puducherry MEMU Train A short distance service Is.

  • This train runs between Villupuram and Puducherry. 38 kilometers Covers distance.
  • MEMU trains are generally run for the convenience of regional passengers.

Vigilance and prompt action of Railways

  • Railway employees and engineers were sent to the spot immediately after the incident.
  • The quick reaction of the loco pilot helped avert a major accident.

 

Rahul Dev

Cricket Jounralist at Newsdesk

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