Silk City Express train derails in Sirajganj, suspending rail communication and causing passenger suffering
On August 4, 2026, at approximately 10:55 AM, the Dhaka-bound Silk City Express train, traveling from Rajshahi, derailed near Shaheed M. Mansur Ali Station in Sirajganj after a wheel detached. Passengers prevented a major disaster by pulling the emergency chain. Rail communication between Dhaka and the northern/southern regions was disrupted for over six hours, stranding nine trains. A rescue train from Ishwardi salvaged the carriage, and a five-member investigation committee was formed by the Railway Pakshi Division.
Involved entities
4 RecordsSilk City Express
Nilsagar Express
Rescue Train
Shaheed M. Mansur Ali Station
Agencies deployed
Fire Service and Civil Defence
First responder for fire, rescue, and medical emergencies
Rescue train deployed to the scene to conduct recovery operations.
Local Administration
District or Upazila level government authorities
Rescue train dispatched from Ishwardi to clear the derailed carriage; five-member investigation committee formed by the Railway Pakshi Division.
Bangladesh Police
Law enforcement agency maintaining public order and security
Railway police worked to ensure passenger safety and recovery operations.