Oil-carrying train no. 951 derailed in Habiganj, disrupting rail connectivity; 5-member investigation committee formed
Six wagons of a Sylhet-bound oil-carrying freight train (No. 951) derailed near Mantala Railway Station in Madhabpur, Habiganj, on the night of April 1, 2026. The incident, involving a significant oil spill, halted railway communication between Sylhet and the rest of the country for 18 hours. A five-member investigation committee was formed to determine the cause, and multiple agencies including the army, BGB, police, and fire service participated in restoration and security efforts.
Involved entities
1 RecordOil-carrying train no. 951
Agencies deployed
Local Administration
District or Upazila level government authorities
Formation of a five-member investigation committee to submit a report within three working days.
Bangladesh Police
Law enforcement agency maintaining public order and security
BGB and law enforcement personnel secured the scene.
Bangladesh Army
National military force for land-based operations and disaster response
Site security and safety management
Fire Service and Civil Defence
First responder for fire, rescue, and medical emergencies
Safety management and site cleanup