Guwahati, Jan 15: Movement of trains through the derailment affected site resumed on Saturday, with the first goods train passing through the section. Prior to that, the down line track was certified fit for train movement at 20 KM/ hour.
The first passenger carrying train 20505 DN Dibrugarh – New Delhi Rajdhani Express crossed over the affected section on Saturday.
“The restoration work started on war footing immediately after the rescue and relief operation completed under the supervision of senior officials from Division and HQ. Departments like the P. Way, Signal & Telecom and Electrical worked tirelessly day & night to replace/ restore all damaged items to start the train operation at the shortest possible time by observing all safety precautions,” Northeast frontier Railway said in a press statement.
Derailment of the 15633 Bikaner – Guwahati Express occurred at about 5pm on January 13, 2022, between New Domohani and New Mainaguri section under Alipurduar Jn Division of N.F. Railway. As a result of the derailment 9 passengers died and 36 were injured.
Rail minister had reached the accident site on Friday to have an on the spot inspection. He also visited hospitals and interacted with admitted passengers. He also assured best possible healthcare facilities to all admitted passengers.
Railway has already paid ex-gratia payment at the shortest possible time, within hours of the accident.
