A serious train accident took place in Jalgaon, Maharashtra, on Wednesday. The incident happened when passengers on the Pushpak Express panicked after hearing a false rumor of a fire on board. As a result, many people jumped off the moving train near Paranda railway station. Tragically, a Karnataka Express train, traveling on a nearby track, then struck the passengers who had jumped. This resulted in multiple injuries and several deaths.
The events started as the Pushpak Express was traveling towards Mumbai. Suddenly, people started to jump from the train after hearing about a supposed fire. The panic and confusion led to a dangerous situation. A witness described the scene as “complete chaos,” indicating the level of fear that caused people to jump. Unfortunately, while this was happening, the Karnataka Express was passing by and hit those who had jumped from the Pushpak Express.
Following the accident, railway officials have begun an investigation. They want to find out how the false rumor started. Their goal is to prevent similar accidents from happening again. This unfortunate event highlights the dangers of false information and the need to remain calm during emergencies. This railway accident is a clear reminder of the potential for dangerous chaos when people react based on misinformation.