Five coaches of a passenger train traveling from Villupuram to Puducherry derailed near Villupuram railway station on Tuesday morning, according to railway officials. A major accident was averted as the train came to a stop immediately after a loud noise was heard.
Officials confirmed that all passengers were safely evacuated from the train. Railway staff and engineers quickly arrived at the scene and are working to repair the derailed coaches.
“Five coaches of a passenger train from Villupuram to Puducherry derailed near Villupuram railway station. A major accident was averted as the train stopped immediately after a loud noise was heard. All passengers were safely evacuated from the train. Railway staff and engineers rushed to the site and are actively working to repair the derailed train. Railway staff worked and the route was cleared for other trains, authorities are investigating whether the incident was due to a technical fault or sabotage. The Villupuram Railway Police have begun an in-depth inquiry into the matter,” said PRO Railway, Chennai.
The railway staff cleared the route for other trains, while authorities are investigating whether the incident was caused by a technical fault or sabotage. The Villupuram Railway Police have launched a thorough inquiry into the incident. Further updates are awaited.