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Train accident in Andhra Pradesh's Kantakapalli happened due to human error: Union railway minister Ashwini Vaishnaw

VISAKHAPATNAM: Union Minister for Railways and Communications, Ashwini Vaishnaw, has attributed the Kantakapalli accident to human error, stating that an inquiry is underway to investigate the incident.

The Times of India · Dec 9, 2023

A lifeline takes a troubling turn

On Oct. 29, the train he was on collided with another, killing 14 and injuring 38. The cause is unknown, but the accident has raised questions about railway safety

The Hindu · Nov 10, 2023

Railway safety panel to continue probe into train accident near Kantakapalli till November 6

Railway safety panel to continue probe into train accident near Kankatapalli till November 6. The 10-member committee of the Commission of Railway Safety will submit the reports and evidences being gathered to the Railway Board directly, says Waltair Divisional Railway Manager Saurabh Prasad.

The Hindu · Nov 4, 2023

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Rail passengers express anguish over frequent train mishaps

--Passengers at Vijayawada station express anguish over frequent train mishaps. 280 died, 1,000 injured in Bahanaga Bazar accident, 14 dead, 38 injured in Kantakapalli accident. Passengers disturbed, demand inquiry into accidents, call for improved safety, maintenance, punctuality. Govt. announces ex gratia, cancels trains, orders inquiry, but accidents keep happening.

The Hindu · Oct 30, 2023

Andhra Pradesh train accident | ‘Overshot’ main cause of fatal accident, suspects Railway officials

14 dead, 38 injured in Vizianagaram train accident; Chief Minister meets victims at hospital. Railway officials suspect “overshot” as main cause of tragedy. Removal of mangled coaches a Herculean task; NDRF to conduct final search for bodies. Track restored in 20 hrs, train services resume.

The Hindu · Oct 30, 2023

Andhra train accident: NDRF, SDRF teams deployed for rescue and relief operations

The personnel of National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) 10th Battalion and Andhra Pradesh State Disaster Response Force (APSDRF) rushed to the accident spot near Kantakapalli railway station in Vizianagaram district. Speaking to The Hindu on October 30 (Monday), NDRF 10th Battalion Commandant Zahid Khan said that two teams from Visakhapatnam…

The Hindu · Oct 30, 2023

Andhra train accident: CM Jagan announces ₹10 lakh ex gratia each for kin of deceased

Jagan Mohan Reddy reached the Government General Hospital in Vizianagaram in a helicopter and interacted with the injured persons undergoing treatment there and the kin of the deceased.

The Hindu · Oct 30, 2023

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Local people extended support voluntarily for rail accident victims

Locals of Kantakapalli, Alamanda, Kothavalasa & other areas provided water, milk & food to rail accident victims. B. Lakshmi helped passengers make phone calls & Gurudeva Charitable Trust founder Raparthi Jagadish Babu sent doctors & volunteers. He also provided food & water to personnel at accident spot.

The Hindu · Oct 30, 2023

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