Bumper, Train Collision claims one life in Sargodha

A bumper and train collision in Sargodha claimed one life on Monday morning.

According to details the accident occured near Nishtarabad railway station Sargodha.

The Sargodha Express was on his way to Lahore when incident happened, officials said, adding, soon after the incident, officials concerned reached at the spot and started rescue and relief operation.

According to rescue officials, the collision between the dumper and Sargodha express occurred when the railway crossing gate was opened.

Rescue officials said, the train’s speed was very slow when the coach derailed, assistant driver was killed on the spot whereas  passengers remained safe.

The railway traffic between Sarghodha to Lahore was suspended due the accident but the railway authorities started an operation soon and cleared the track for up and down traffic.