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Mother, 12-Year-Old Daughter Killed By Train While Crossing Tracks In Bengal
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What Happened?
A tragic accident occurred at Khana Junction in West Bengal, where a mother and her daughter were killed by a train while crossing tracks. The victims were identified as Puja Das and her daughter Pallabi.
Key points
- The incident occurred on November 13, 2026, in Purba Bardhaman district.
- Puja Das (30) and her daughter Pallabi Das (12) were residents of Krishnabati village.
- They were returning from a visit to Puja's parental home during the Puja holidays.
- The train involved was the Down Asansol-Sealdah Intercity Express.
- Both victims died on the spot due to the impact.
- An inquiry has been launched by the Government Railway Police.
Key insights
- The deaths have caused mourning in both Krishnabati and Paraj villages.
- The incident raises awareness about railway safety and the importance of signals.
Why it matters
This incident highlights the dangers of crossing railway tracks without caution.
Entities
Puja Das· PersonPallabi Das· PersonWest Bengal· StateKhana Junction· Location
Source
Times Now
