Mamata Banerjee Slams Central Government Over Howrah-Mumbai Mail Tragedy

West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee criticizes the BJP-led government following a Howrah-Mumbai Mail train accident in Jharkhand that killed two and injured several. The mishap occurred as the train derailed due to an earlier goods train derailment.

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Tuesday questioned the BJP-led central government regarding the Howrah-Mumbai Mail train accident, which claimed two lives and caused numerous injuries. The derailment took place near Chakradharpur in Jharkhand.

'Another disastrous rail accident! Howrah-Mumbai mail derails in Chakradharpur division in Jharkhand today early morning, multiple deaths and a huge number of injuries are the tragic consequences,' Banerjee posted on X. 'I seriously ask: is this governance? This series of nightmares almost every week, this unending procession of deaths and injuries on railway tracks: for how long shall we tolerate this? Will there be no end to the callousness of the Government of India?' she added.

'My heart goes out to the bereaved families, condolences to the next of kin,' the Chief Minister said. Train Manager South Eastern Railways, Md. Rehan, explained the mishap, stating, 'The incident occurred as a Goods Train had already derailed in the downline and Howrah-CSMT Express was moving at 120 kmph.'

The accident took place around 3:45 am, prompting relief efforts. Additional Divisional Railway Managers from Chakradharpur Station quickly reached the scene. Indian Railways reported that six passengers were injured, with one hospitalized and the others sustaining minor injuries. Relief and rescue operations are ongoing.

Further details are awaited. (ANI)

(With inputs from agencies.)