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Shruti Dasgupta
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The Jamtara train accident is a classic case of where the cost of rumors is human lives! The harrowing train tragedy unfolded at the Kalajharia railway station in Jharkhand’s Jamtara. Reports show that passengers attempted to flee from rumors of ‘fire’ on board the Anga Express. The resultant chaos and panic claimed the lives of two individuals who were run over by another oncoming train. Let’s talk!
Passengers aboard the Anga Express, en route from Bhagalpur to Bengaluru, found themselves in a state of frenzy. Why?
However, it seems that their imprudent escape attempt soon turned fatal. Reports state at least 2 fleeing men were hit by the oncoming train. Confirmed news of 2 deaths and at least 14 injuries comes forth from sources. Currently, the rumor about the ‘rumor of fire’ stands unsubstantiated. However, the cost of the rumor was human life and pain!
PC OneIndia News
The Jamtara Accident has a twist in the tale. The reports have conflicting clarifications of the accident. Post the accident, the Eastern Railways PRO swiftly clarified that there was no fire.
The Jamtara SDM Anant Kumar on the other hand confirms the victims as train passengers in some reports. He reiterates the ‘fire’ rumor aboard the Anga Express as a cause of passenger panic that led to the train tragedy.
The Jamtara Zila Parishad member Surendra Mandal claims to be an eyewitness to the tragedy. He also claims that the victims were train passengers. Stones on the track were noticed by many locals during the day. He blames these stones for the ‘fire’ rumor and the disastrous incident.
The actual official report states the following facts. Firstly, the Anga Express was forced to halt between stations due to ‘Emergency Chain Pulling Action’. Secondly, two individuals lost their lives while walking on the train tracks. Finally, the place of death due to impact with an oncoming train is 2km away from where the Anga Express stood, halted by the ‘chain pulling’.
In the wake of the tragedy, rescue operations were promptly initiated. Medical teams and ambulances rushed to the scene to attend to the injured. As news of the accident spread, expressions of grief and condolences poured in from various quarters.
President Murmu extended her condolences to the victims and wished the injured a speedy recovery. PM Modi expressed his sorrow and pain over the mishap. He wished for a quick and smooth recovery for the injured. CM Champai Soren extended his sympathies to the families of the victims. Jharkhand Health Minister Banna Gupta promised that relief and rescue efforts were underway. Furthermore, he emphasized the importance of providing aid to those affected by the tragedy.
A 3 member-panel committee will investigate the incident. The unfortunate incident at Jamtara reminds Bharat of the cost of rumors. The nation stands united in mourning the lives lost in the tragedy. The central and state government offers support to all those impacted by the heartbreaking turn of events.
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The Rumor Of A ‘Rumor’
Passengers aboard the Anga Express, en route from Bhagalpur to Bengaluru, found themselves in a state of frenzy. Why?
However, it seems that their imprudent escape attempt soon turned fatal. Reports state at least 2 fleeing men were hit by the oncoming train. Confirmed news of 2 deaths and at least 14 injuries comes forth from sources. Currently, the rumor about the ‘rumor of fire’ stands unsubstantiated. However, the cost of the rumor was human life and pain!
Jamtara Train Accident: Clarifications and Confusion
PC OneIndia News
The Jamtara Accident has a twist in the tale. The reports have conflicting clarifications of the accident. Post the accident, the Eastern Railways PRO swiftly clarified that there was no fire.
The Jamtara SDM Anant Kumar on the other hand confirms the victims as train passengers in some reports. He reiterates the ‘fire’ rumor aboard the Anga Express as a cause of passenger panic that led to the train tragedy.
The Jamtara Zila Parishad member Surendra Mandal claims to be an eyewitness to the tragedy. He also claims that the victims were train passengers. Stones on the track were noticed by many locals during the day. He blames these stones for the ‘fire’ rumor and the disastrous incident.
The actual official report states the following facts. Firstly, the Anga Express was forced to halt between stations due to ‘Emergency Chain Pulling Action’. Secondly, two individuals lost their lives while walking on the train tracks. Finally, the place of death due to impact with an oncoming train is 2km away from where the Anga Express stood, halted by the ‘chain pulling’.
Rescue And Condolences
In the wake of the tragedy, rescue operations were promptly initiated. Medical teams and ambulances rushed to the scene to attend to the injured. As news of the accident spread, expressions of grief and condolences poured in from various quarters.
President Murmu extended her condolences to the victims and wished the injured a speedy recovery. PM Modi expressed his sorrow and pain over the mishap. He wished for a quick and smooth recovery for the injured. CM Champai Soren extended his sympathies to the families of the victims. Jharkhand Health Minister Banna Gupta promised that relief and rescue efforts were underway. Furthermore, he emphasized the importance of providing aid to those affected by the tragedy.
A 3 member-panel committee will investigate the incident. The unfortunate incident at Jamtara reminds Bharat of the cost of rumors. The nation stands united in mourning the lives lost in the tragedy. The central and state government offers support to all those impacted by the heartbreaking turn of events.
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