Major Mishap Averted as Coal-Laden Freight Train Catches Fire Near Kesinga
A coal-laden freight train caught fire near Kesinga Railway Station in Odisha's Kalahandi district on Friday evening. No casualties were reported, and railway authorities have launched an investigation into the incident.
A major railway mishap was averted on Friday evening after a coal-laden freight train caught fire near Kesinga Railway Station in Odisha's Kalahandi district. According to reports, the freight train was travelling from Rayagada towards Titlagarh when locals noticed flames and thick smoke emerging from coal-loaded wagons near the front section of the train as it passed through the Kesinga station area. Several eyewitnesses recorded videos of the moving train with burning coal wagons on their mobile phones. The footage quickly went viral on social media, drawing widespread attention and concern.
Railway officials at Kesinga Station have confirmed the incident. However, they have not yet provided detailed information regarding the train's exact origin and destination, the extent of coal loss, or the circumstances that led to the fire. The exact cause of the fire remains unknown and is currently under investigation. Fortunately, no injuries or casualties have been reported, and a potentially serious accident was avoided. Railway authorities are expected to conduct a detailed inquiry to determine the cause of the incident and assess the damage caused by the fire.