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Kanchanjunga Express Accident: Passenger of Kanchanjunga Express Rescued After Train Collision

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Kanchanjunga Express Accident: Passenger of Kanchanjunga Express Rescued After Train Collision

Kanchanjunga Express Accident: Passenger of Kanchanjunga Express Rescued After Train Collision

A passenger of the Kanchanjunga Express train, who was in the B1 coach at the time of the collision, shared a firsthand account of the incident.

"I was travelling in a B1 coach when the train was hit.

I have been rescued, I have suffered an injury on my head," the passenger said.

The collision, which occurred under still unclear circumstances, resulted in immediate rescue efforts to aid those injured.

The passenger, though injured, expressed relief at being rescued but highlighted the chaos and impact of the incident.

The authorities are currently investigating the cause of the collision while providing medical assistance to the injured passengers.

Further updates on the situation and the condition of other passengers are awaited.

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