Mamata Banerjee Criticizes Central Government Over Frequent Train Accidents

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has criticized the central government for its alleged callousness following multiple train accidents, including a recent derailment of the Howrah-Mumbai Mail in Jharkhand that resulted in two deaths and 20 injuries. She questioned the governance and demanded accountability from the central authorities.

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Tuesday condemned the central government's handling of a series of train accidents, criticizing the alleged negligence.

Banerjee expressed frustration over social media, questioning whether frequent train mishaps reflect poor governance.

"Another disastrous rail accident! Howrah-Mumbai mail derails in Chakradharpur division in Jharkhand today early morning, multiple deaths and huge number of injuries are the tragic consequences," she posted on X.

She demanded an end to what she described as a nearly weekly occurrence of rail mishaps, resulting in numerous fatalities and injuries.

According to officials, the Howrah-Mumbai Mail derailed in Seraikela-Kharsawan district at 3:45 AM, killing two and injuring 20.

SER spokesperson Om Prakash Charan mentioned another derailment nearby, though the link between the two is unclear.

NDRF teams are conducting rescue operations at the site, situated near the border between West Singhbhum and Seraikela-Kharsawan districts.

(With inputs from agencies.)