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.
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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.