Uttar Pradesh: 10 coaches of Kafiyat Express derail near Auraiya, Over 50 injured

Second train derailment takes place in UP in two days. Kaifiyat Express train derails near Auraiya.

The injured are being rescued and ambulances have also reached the spot for relief and rescue operations. At the time of filing this report, a team of National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) was heading towards the accident spot.

As per reports, a dumper collided with the train, derailing it with the engine and ten coaches.

As per reports, the incident is a case of big negligence by railway authorities as the dumper was already lying on the railway tracks

Soon after, the Railways Minister took stock of the incident and assured all possible help to the victims

"Train No. 12225- New Delhi-derailed in Auraiya district of Uttar Pradesh at around 2:40 a.m . When Kaifiyat express was passing by Ochalda and Patra station, by gate number 14