On October 29, 2023, a tragic train collision occurred in Vizianagaram, a city in the southern Indian state of Andhra Pradesh. The incident involved two passenger trains, one of which was stationary when the other train struck it. The collision resulted in the death of 13 people and left several others injured.
The incident took place at around 3:00 AM local time, according to local authorities. The stationary train was waiting for a signal when the moving train, which was reportedly running at high speed, crashed into it from behind. The impact was so severe that it caused several coaches of the stationary train to derail.
Rescue operations were immediately launched by local authorities, with the injured being rushed to nearby hospitals. The cause of the accident is currently under investigation, with preliminary reports suggesting a possible signal failure. However, authorities have not yet confirmed this.
The Indian Railways, which operates the country's vast rail network, has expressed its condolences to the families of the victims and has promised to provide all necessary assistance. The incident has once again raised concerns about the safety of India's rail network, which is one of the busiest in the world.