Tragic Collision in India: Loco Pilot Dead and Several Injured

Sealdah-bound 13174 Kanchanjungha Express collided with a goods train near New Jalpaiguri, West Bengal, India

The impact of the crash was severe, with reports indicating that at least two coaches of the Kanchanjungha Express were derailed.

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The accident has claimed the life of the loco pilot, with at least 16 people reported to be seriously injured.

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