Darjeeling (West Bengal) [India], Several people were killed and several others injured when a goods train collided with the Kanchenjunga Express train in Darjeeling district of West Bengal on Monday.

According to Sabyasachi De, Chief Public Relations Officer of Northeast Frontier Railway, Kanchenjunga Express, running between Silchar in Assam and Sealdah in Kolkata, was going to Sealdah when a goods train hit it from behind near Rangpani station near New Jalpaiguri in North Bengal. Killed. NFR).

According to Katihar Divisional Railway Manager (DRM) Katihar, there could be 10 to 15 casualties, while dozens are reported to be injured.

According to initial reports, two coaches of the express train derailed after being hit from behind by a goods train.

The incident occurred at around 8:45 am today in Rangapani area of ​​Katihar Railway Division ahead of New Jalpaiguri Junction.

Tripura Transport Minister Sushant Chaudhary said on his social media platform that no information has been received about the number of casualties yet.

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee said that the accident site was in Phansidewa area of ​​Darjeeling district.

"Just shocked to learn about a tragic train accident in Phansidewa area of ​​Darjeeling district. Though details are awaited, Kanchenjunga Express has reportedly collided with a goods train," Mamata Banerjee said in a post on

West Bengal Chief Minister said, "DM, SP, doctors, ambulance and disaster teams have been sent to the spot for rescue, recovery, medical assistance. Action has been initiated on war footing."

More details on the story are awaited.