Bihar: Major accident averted in Samastipur after Sampark Kranti Express coaches detach from engine

A major accident was averted today, July 29 as the Bihar Sampark Kranti Express coaches got detached from the engine just before reaching Khudiram Bose Pusa railway station. The express train, en route from Darbhanga to New Delhi, was traveling at high speed when the incident occurred.

A startling video of the incident has emerged, vividly capturing the moment the train split apart, throwing passengers and railway staff into a state of alarm. The footage reveals the precise instant the coaches separated from the engine, leading to a high-stress situation.
 

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Initial reports suggest that a mechanical failure or a fault in the coupling system might have caused the detachment. Authorities have launched a thorough investigation to determine the exact cause of the malfunction. As the train neared the station, the unexpected separation heightened tension among passengers and railway personnel.

Despite the alarming nature of the incident, there were no injuries or casualties reported. Emergency response teams acted swiftly, efficiently reconnecting the detached coaches to the engine. This incident highlights a worrying trend of increasing train-related accidents, causing widespread concern among travelers nationwide.