Maharashtra: Atleast 8 Pushpak Express passengers killed after being hit by Karnataka Express in Jalgaon

Jalgaon (Maharashtra) [India], January 22 (ANI): At least eight passengers of the Pushpak Express were killed after being hit by the Karnataka Express in Jalgaon district of Maharashtra on Wednesday, a senior official confirmed.

According to initial reports, the passengers of the Pushpak Express had stepped outside their coaches due to a suspected fire on the train.

While they were outside, the Karnataka Express passed through the adjacent track, and several passengers were hit by the moving train.

However, the Nashik Divisional Commissioner, Praveen Gedam mentioned that these are initial reports, and there is a possibility of more casualties.

"As per the latest report, eight people have died, but the numbers may rise. The administration is providing all possible help," Divisional Commissioner Gedam told ANI.

"The collector has informed me that the passengers of the Pushpak Express were on the track when the Karnataka Express came from the other track," Gedam said, while adding, "The Additional Superintendent of Police, Superintendent of Police, Collector, and others are on their way. We are coordinating with DRM and Railway officials."

According to Divisional Commissioner, around eight ambulances have been deployed, along with railway ambulances.

"Eight ambulances reached the spot as per the latest available information, and additional rescue vans and railway ambulances are being rushed to the spot," Gedam mentioned.

Further details on the accident are awaited. (ANI)