Tamil Nadu Train Accident 2024: All Updates on the Mysuru-Darbhanga Express Collision

Tamil Nadu Train Accident 2024: Mysuru-Darbhanga Express Collision and Rescue Efforts

On the evening of October 11, 2024, a tragic train accident occurred near Kavarapettai, Tamil Nadu, when the Mysuru-Darbhanga Express collided with a stationary goods train. The collision led to the derailment of 12 to 13 passenger coaches, with some catching fire shortly after the impact. Authorities were quick to respond, and rescue teams worked through the night to assist injured passengers and clear the site.

Key Details of the Accident

Incident	Details
Date of Accident	October 11, 2024
Location	Kavarapettai, near Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Trains Involved	Mysuru-Darbhanga Express (No. 12578) & Goods Train
Time of Collision	Around 8:30 PM
Injuries	7 injured (3 seriously)​ The New Indian Express Lokmat Times
Coaches Derailed	12-13 coaches
Fire Incident	Fire in parcel van, quickly extinguished​ Zee Business The New Indian Express
Train Speed at Impact	Reduced from 109 km/h to 75 km/h​ The New Indian Express

Rescue and Relief Operations

The collision triggered immediate action from local authorities and railway personnel. Rescue teams managed to evacuate all passengers from the derailed coaches safely. The injured passengers were taken to local hospitals, with three in critical condition receiving care at Stanley Medical College, and others treated for minor injuries​

Zee Business

The New Indian Express

. Special suburban trains were arranged to transport stranded passengers to Chennai Central, where they received medical assistance, food, and refreshments before boarding a special service bound for Darbhanga​

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Cancelled and Diverted Trains

Following the accident, several trains were canceled and others diverted to alternative routes due to blocked tracks. Here are some key cancellations and diversions:

Train No.	From	To	Status
12077	MGR Chennai Central	Vijayawada	Fully Canceled​ Lokmat Times
12621	MGR Chennai Central	New Delhi	Diverted via Arakkonam​ Lokmat Times
13352	Alappuzha	Dhanbad	Diverted​ Lokmat Times

Railway authorities are working on track restoration to resume normal operations as soon as possible. Helpline numbers have been established to assist passengers and their families​

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Conclusion

The Mysuru-Darbhanga Express accident was a tragic reminder of the need for constant vigilance in railway operations. Thanks to swift rescue efforts, fatalities were avoided, but the incident has caused significant disruption to rail services in the region. Restoration work continues, and authorities are conducting a detailed inquiry into the cause of the accident.