Wed Jan 22 19:11:08 UTC 2025: ## Panic Over False Fire Alarm Leads to Deadly Train Stampede in Jalgaon, Maharashtra
**Jalgaon, Maharashtra:** A tragic incident unfolded near Paranda station in Jalgaon, Maharashtra, resulting in multiple fatalities. A false alarm of a fire on the Pushpak Express train triggered panic among passengers, leading them to jump from the moving train. According to railway officials, several passengers were struck by another train on the tracks while attempting to escape. The exact number of casualties is still being confirmed, though reports indicate at least a dozen people were killed and several more injured. The scene was described as chaotic, with body parts scattered on the tracks and widespread screaming. Authorities, including ministers and police officials, have arrived at the scene to manage the situation and investigate the incident. A forensic investigation is underway. The incident raises serious questions about passenger safety and the handling of emergency situations on Indian Railways.
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