A tragic accident took place at Chunar railway station in Mirzapur district on Wednesday morning, where eight pilgrims lost their lives after being hit by the Kalka Express train. The devotees were on their way to the Ganga Ghat for Kartik Purnima Snan when the incident occurred around 9:30 a.m.
According to preliminary reports, the pilgrims were crossing the railway tracks when the Kalka Express arrived suddenly, leaving them with no time to escape. Local police and railway protection teams rushed to the site, recovered the bodies, and cleared the tracks.
Authorities believe the victims had mistakenly alighted on the wrong side of the platform and were crossing the tracks to reach the opposite side when the speeding train hit them. The incident caused panic among other passengers at the station.
A heavy police presence was deployed at the site as rescue operations were carried out. Officials from the railway administration and district authorities arrived to oversee relief measures and begin an investigation into the accident.
Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath took cognisance of the incident and expressed condolences to the bereaved families. He directed officials to expedite rescue efforts and ensure proper medical care for the injured, while also appealing to passengers to avoid walking near railway tracks.
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Eight pilgrims die after being hit by Kalka Express while heading for Holy Bath

8 Pilgrims Killed by Train in Mirzapur Tragedy

Eight pilgrims die after being hit by Kalka Express while heading for Holy Bath

November 5, 2025 | 17:23 IST