What is Kavach, anti-collision system that could have prevented Kanchanjunga Express accident?

Monday, 17 June 2024 (2 weeks ago)
The Research Design and Standards Organisation (RSCO) in association with three Indian businesses created the in-house Kavach automated train protection (ATP) technology.

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News video: West Bengal Train Accident: Former Railways GM Sudhanshu Mani explains role of KAVACH| Oneindia

West Bengal Train Accident: Former Railways GM Sudhanshu Mani explains role of KAVACH| Oneindia 10:44

A goods train collided with the Sealdah-bound Kanchanjunga Express from behind near New Jalpaiguri in north Bengal, injuring several passengers. Videos showed one wagon suspended in the air after the pile-up. In this exclusive chat with former GM of Indian Railways Mr. Sudhanshu Mani, we understand...

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A freight train collided with the rear of the Sealdah-bound Kanchanjunga Express near New Jalpaiguri, north Bengal, injuring several passengers and killing over 15 Passengers. Footage showed a wagon suspended after the derailment. The video explains the route of the derailed Bengal train and how the Kavach System installation on this route could have saved many lives. #BengalTrainAccident #TrainAccident #NorthBengal #KanchanjungaExpress #NewJalpaiguri #Darjeelingnews #AshwiniVaishnaw #TrainAccidentinIndia #Indianews #Worldnews #Oneindia #Oneindianews ~HT.97~ED.320~ED.194~

Credit: Oneindia Duration: 04:38Published on January 1, 1970

West Bengal Train Accident: 5 Dead, Low-Visibility and Kawach System Behind Accident?| Watch [Video]

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According to reports, the collision between the Kanchanjunga Express and a freight train near New Jalpaiguri occurred due to low visibility caused by heavy rainfall. The accident, which resulted in casualties, has been attributed to the lack of the 'Rail Kavach' anti-collision system on the route. While progress has been made in implementing Kavach elsewhere, its absence in this case has raised concerns and presented a challenge for the government. #TrainAccident #NorthBengal #KanchanjungaExpress #NewJalpaiguri #Darjeelingnews #AshwiniVaishnaw #TrainAccidentinIndia #Indianews #Worldnews #Oneindia #Oneindianews ~ED.102~HT.320~HT.318~GR.123~

Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:33Published on January 1, 1970