7 elephants killed in Sairang-New Delhi Rajdhani Express derailment in Assam - The Hindu
A tragic railway accident in Assam’s Hojai district has resulted in the death of eight wild elephants after they were struck by the Sairang–New Delhi Rajdhani Express. The incident occurred during early morning hours when the herd was reportedly crossing the railway tracks in a forested corridor. Forest and railway officials reached the spot soon after receiving information and confirmed the casualties. The accident has once again highlighted the growing conflict between wildlife movement and expanding railway infrastructure in elephant habitats. Assam is known for frequent elephant crossings, especially during migration seasons, making railway tracks highly vulnerable zones. Conservationists have raised concerns over insufficient safety measures such as speed restrictions, warning systems, and proper monitoring in sensitive areas. Authorities have initiated an investigation to understand the circumstances of the collision and to assess whether safety protocols were followed. The incident has renewed calls for stronger coordination between forest and railway departments to prevent similar wildlife tragedies in the future.
The Key points
- Eight elephants were killed in a train accident in Assam
- The incident occurred in Hojai district
- Sairang–New Delhi Rajdhani Express was involved
- Elephants were crossing a known wildlife corridor
- Accident happened during early morning hours
- Forest officials confirmed the deaths at the site
- Assam frequently reports elephant–train collisions
- Wildlife activists demand better railway safety measures
- Investigation ordered into the cause of the accident
- Calls renewed for speed control and monitoring systems
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