1. Goods train derails near Zakhira Flyover, elderly ragpicker dies
2. Goods train derails near Zakhira Flyover, tragic incident claims life of senior ragpicker.
Accident – Death – Obituary News :
New Delhi: A tragic incident occurred on Saturday morning near the Zakhira Flyover in north Delhi, where ten wagons of a goods train derailed, resulting in the death of a 70-year-old ragpicker, Mohammad Rafiq. The train was transporting large rolls of iron sheets from Mumbai to Chandigarh when the derailment took place at 11.52 am.
Railway Official Statement
A railway official stated, “On the spot, most of the load locks in the wagons were found broken on the right side, causing the rolls to shift to the left. This imbalance could have led to the train toppling over as it turned left under the Zakhira flyover.”
Eye-Witness Accounts
Meena Devi, a local resident, described the harrowing moment, saying, “It felt like an earthquake. I ran outside and saw the carriages tilting off the tracks. It was terrifying.” Another resident expressed concern for the safety of children who often play in the area near the tracks, especially during evening hours.
Rescue and Investigation
Following the incident, a mobile crime team and forensic experts were summoned to the site for inspection. Additionally, the Railway Protection Force officers stated that the clearance operation could take several hours before the track is reopened for other train services.
Community Impact
The derailment not only affected the railway operations but also disrupted the daily lives of residents and school students in the vicinity. Local shopkeepers closed their establishments for the day, and some commuters stopped to witness the aftermath of the accident.
Conclusion
As the rescue efforts continue, the focus remains on ensuring the safety of the community and restoring normalcy to the affected area. Railway officials and workers are working diligently to clear the debris and repair the track for the resumption of train services. Investigations are ongoing to determine the cause of the derailment and prevent similar incidents in the future.
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– Goods train derails near Zakhira Flyover
– Goods train derails, 70-yr-old ragpicker dies.
