Tragic Train Mishaps in Prayagraj Claim Five Lives Due to Passenger Curiosity
Man hit by train, passengers out to check run over by another: How 'curiosity' took lives in UP's Prayagraj
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In Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, five people lost their lives in two separate train accidents on Wednesday evening. The first incident involved a man being struck by the Kalka Express, leading to four more deaths when onlookers were hit by the Purushottam Express as they exited the train to investigate.
- 01Five fatalities occurred due to two train accidents in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh.
- 02The first victim was hit by the Kalka Express, prompting curiosity among passengers.
- 03Four additional passengers were killed by the Purushottam Express while observing the scene.
- 04The deceased included individuals from Bihar and Uttar Pradesh.
- 05A probe has been initiated, and the Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister has directed officials to the site.
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On Wednesday evening, two tragic train accidents near the Pachdevra halt overbridge in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, resulted in the deaths of five individuals. The first incident involved a man being struck by the Kalka Express, which halted, prompting several passengers to exit the train. Out of curiosity, they ventured onto the tracks, where they were subsequently hit by the Purushottam Express. Initial reports indicate that the deceased included Baliram Bhagat, 36, from Siwan, Bihar, Sunil Kumar from Neebi, Mirzapur, and Aakash from Khairgarh, Firozabad. Two more victims from the second accident remain unidentified. The accidents disrupted services on the Howrah-Delhi route, and a probe has been launched into the incidents. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath expressed condolences and instructed officials to assess the situation.
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The tragic events highlight the dangers of passenger behavior around train tracks, emphasizing the need for safety awareness.
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