SILCHAR: The Kolkata-Sairang Express (Train No. 13125) met with a derailment at Digaru Railway Station in Assam at around 6:54 am on Wednesday, November 11.

According to railway officials, the incident occurred while the train was being received at Digaru station to give precedence to another train. The locomotive reportedly could not control its speed, resulting in the derailment of the locomotive along with five coaches.

Fortunately, all passengers were reported safe, and no injuries were reported in the incident.

Following the derailment, the Railways immediately launched relief and rescue operations. Arrangements were also made to transport the stranded passengers to their respective destinations by an alternative train.

Meanwhile, the General Manager of the concerned railway zone, along with other senior railway officials, proceeded to the accident site to oversee the relief and restoration work.