Assam, November 12, 2026: Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) has ordered a high-level investigation into the derailment of the Kolkata-Sairang Express at Digaru railway station in Assam’s Kamrup Metropolitan district.
The accident occurred on November 11 at approximately 6:54 AM when the locomotive and five coaches derailed while entering the station.
According to railway officials, the train was being received at Digaru to allow another train to pass when the loco pilot was unable to control its speed.
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma confirmed that four passengers sustained minor injuries, while no fatalities were reported.
Railway Orders High-Level Investigation
NFR Chief Public Relations Officer Kapinjal Kishore Sharma confirmed that senior railway officials and experts have been assigned to investigate the incident.
Authorities are also examining video recordings made by the loco pilot before the accident to establish the circumstances leading to the derailment.
The exact cause of the accident remains under investigation.
Train Services Restored After Accident
Railway authorities confirmed on November 12 that normal train movement had resumed following restoration efforts.
Three of the five affected coaches had been repaired, while work on the remaining two was expected to be completed by Thursday night.
Special trains were arranged to transport stranded passengers to their destinations.
Three scheduled train services were also cancelled following the accident.
Railway Safety Under Review
The derailment has raised concerns about railway operational safety, particularly speed control and braking systems.
Officials are examining the available evidence before determining responsibility or confirming the cause.
The investigation is expected to establish the circumstances behind the accident and identify any necessary safety improvements.
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