Six coaches of Sairang-Kolkata Express derail in Assam; no casualties yet
The Hindu reported that multiple coaches of a passenger train came off the tracks on Wednesday.
The Sairang-Kolkata Express train met with a derailment incident in Assam on Wednesday, with six coaches leaving the tracks, according to The Hindu. The exact cause of the mishap remained under investigation as rescue operations got underway.
Fortunately, no injuries have been reported in the incident so far. Authorities swiftly mobilised resources to manage the situation and minimise disruption to passengers.
To mitigate inconvenience, railway officials arranged alternate trains to ferry stranded passengers toward their intended destinations. This measure ensured that travellers could continue their journeys despite the unexpected disruption.
The derailment represents a significant operational challenge for the railways in the northeastern state. Further details about the exact location of the incident and the precise number of passengers affected are awaited as the situation develops.
Source: The Hindu — National — read the original report ↗
Reported on Wed, 11 Nov 2026 05:20:58 GMT.