A tragic rail accident involving Coromandel Express and the SMVP-Howrah Superfast Express in India has resulted in at least 233 deaths and over 900 injuries, making it one of the worst train accidents in India over the past decade. Rescue efforts remain ongoing. This article provides a list of other major train accidents in India over the past 15 years, including the 2010 Jnaneswari Express accident where at least 148 passengers died after some coaches derailed due to damaged tracks allegedly caused by Maoists. The article also notes recent efforts by Indian Railways to improve track safety, including upgrading railway tracks and installing a device called ‘kavach’ to prevent head-on collisions. Despite these efforts, the latest accident highlights the ongoing need to ensure safety on India’s railways.
Major Train Accidents in India Over the Last 15 Years
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