Kolkata-Sairang Express Derails Near Digaru Railway Station Assam

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The Kolkata-Sairang Express train was traveling through the state of Assam when it derailed at the Digaru railway station. The incident involved the train's engine and several carriages. Following the event, senior railway officials arrived at the scene to initiate an assessment and coordinate relief efforts. While one report indicates that alternative transport arrangements have been made to assist affected passengers in reaching their intended destinations, other sources suggest that some individuals sustained injuries during the crash. Preliminary accounts from authorities suggest the derailment was caused by the locomotive pilot's inability to control the train's speed while performing a precedence maneuver for another rail vehicle. The situation remains under review as officials gather more data regarding the specific circumstances surrounding the mechanical failure or operational errors at the site.