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2014 Khalilabad derailment
The 2014 Khalilabad derailment was a significant railway accident that occurred on 21 December 2014, near Khalilabad in Uttar Pradesh, India. Involving the Gorakhpur-Lucknow Passenger train, the incident resulted from a track failure, leading to the derailment of several coaches. Reports indicated that approximately 30 passengers were injured, with no fatalities recorded. The incident prompted a swift response from Indian Railways, including the establishment of an inquiry committee and immediate safety inspections across the network. The derailment highlighted ongoing concerns regarding railway safety standards and infrastructure maintenance in India, spurring discussions on improving the resilience of the railway system for passenger safety.