2010 Sainthia train collision
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2010 Sainthia train collision
The 2010 Sainthia train collision was a significant rail disaster that occurred on July 10, 2010, near the town of Sainthia, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India. The incident involved the collision of the Howrah–Jammu Tawi Rajdhani Express with a stationary freight train, resulting in catastrophic circumstances. The collision led to the death of at least 63 people, with many others sustaining severe injuries. The accident raised critical concerns regarding railway safety standards and operational protocols in India, prompting investigations by the Indian Railways and the Ministry of Railways. The incident underscored the urgent need for improved signaling systems and better maintenance practices within the country's vast railway network.