Indian Railways’ preliminary investigations have revealed that the accident of Anand Vihar Terminal-Kamakhya North East Express has occurred due to the fault in the tracks. The report signed by six railways has pointed out that the train was brought to a sudden halt by applying brakes when it was travelling at a speed of more than 125 kmph.
Preliminary probe on Bihar train accident
A total of 23 coaches derailed on Wednesday at 21:53 hrs. The initial probe has also estimated the cost of damage due to the accident at more than Rs 52 crore.
How did the train accident take place?
According to PTI, the loco pilot Vipin Kumar Sinha, has stated to senior officials that the train passed Raghunathpur station and then it suffered a severe jolt at the rear end with excessive vibration. As a result of the excessive vibration and the severe jolt, the brake pipe pressure dropped suddenly and the train derailed.
Statement of Gateman and Pointsman recorded
The officials have also recorded the statement of the gateman of LC (Level Crossing) Gate no 59B and a pointsman where the duo have said that they saw sparks coming from near the wheels of the train, reports PTI. “As per statement from the gateman of LC (Level Crossing) Gate no 59B, train no 12506 passed the gate and just after passing 8-10 coaches, he observed sparking and heard heavy noise,” the report stated.
Compensation
The national transporter has also announced compensation for the victims of the passengers who died or injured due to the train accident. The victims who lost their family members will receive an ex-gratia payment of Rs 10 lakh while the injured passengers will receive compensation of Rs 50,000.