Kolkata-Sairang Express Train Derails in Assam, No Casualties Reported

Early on Wednesday, the Kolkata-Sairang Express train derailed near Digaru station in Assam, leaving six coaches on the tracks. The train, operated by Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR), was headed to Sairang, Aizawl, in Mizoram. At that time, it derailed on the outskirts of Guwahati.

Senior railway officials are on their way to the accident spot, where rescue operations are underway.

Northeast Frontier Railway officials have confirmed that a recent derailment occurred at Digaru Railway Station in Assam. There, a train was being diverted to make way for another when the locomotive pilot's control was unexpectedly lost, leading to the incident. Fortunately, all on board are accounted for and uninjured, according to Kapinjal Kishore Sharma, the railway official.

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The incident highlights the importance of stringent safety protocols and regular maintenance of railway infrastructure to prevent such accidents.

Passengers are being taken to their destinations by an alternate train, and relief and rescue operations have been started immediately. The General Manager of Northeast Frontier Railway, along with other officials, has proceeded to the site to oversee the operations. The railway authorities are also working closely with the Assam government to provide necessary assistance to the affected passengers.

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa, Sarma said. all passengers were safe and that four sustained minor injuries. "We're working closely with @RailMinIndia on this situation.

All stranded passengers have been provided with basic necessities and alternative travel train has been arranged for the journey," he posted on X.

According to Sharma, the train left Chitpur in Kolkata and was headed to Sairang, Aizawl, in Mizoram. At that time, it derailed on the outskirts of Guwahati. The incident occurred around 06:54 AM on November 11, 2026.

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The accident has raised concerns about the safety of passenger trains in the region and the need for enhanced safety measures to prevent such incidents in the future.

The incident also highlights the importance of effective communication and coordination between railway authorities. Government agencies, and other stakeholders to respond to such emergencies. The Northeast Frontier Railway has been working to improve its safety record and reduce the risk of accidents.

The incident is being investigated, and a full report will be submitted to the railway authorities once the investigation is complete.