A train derailment occurred on Thursday, 5 February, near Jakhapura railway station in Odisha’s Jajpur district. The incident involved the Chennai Central–New Jalpaiguri Superfast Express, which went off the tracks, causing temporary panic among passengers.No Injuries Reported in the Incident

Despite the derailment, no injuries or fatalities have been reported. Railway officials have confirmed that all passengers are safe and that no coaches overturned or sustained significant damage that could lead to injuries.

The derailment led to a brief disruption in train services along the route, but no major delays were reported as emergency response teams and railway personnel arrived promptly at the site.

Railway Authorities Launch Investigation

Following the incident, railway authorities commenced an investigation to determine the cause of the derailment. Technical teams have begun examining the affected tracks and train coaches to gather information related to the mishap.

Preliminary assessments are being conducted on-site, and the concerned division of Indian Railways is coordinating efforts to ensure the affected section is inspected thoroughly before allowing full restoration of services.

Train Services Restored After Temporary Disruption

Railway operations were temporarily impacted in the immediate aftermath of the derailment, with some train services being rerouted or briefly delayed. Restoration work on the tracks was taken up on priority, and normal traffic was resumed shortly after the affected train was cleared from the tracks.

Passenger services in the region have largely returned to normal, and efforts are underway to avoid future disruptions on this route.

Safety Measures and Monitoring Intensified

In light of the derailment, railway authorities have increased monitoring in the region to prevent further incidents. Special attention is being given to the maintenance of tracks and other critical infrastructure along the affected corridor.

Further updates from the inquiry are expected in due course as officials continue to review maintenance logs and operational conditions surrounding the incident.

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