Train collision with multiple vehicles at Rajbari: 2 killed, 15 injured
A multi-vehicle collision occurred at the Khankhanapur rail gate in Rajbari Sadar on Sunday night. Detached wagons from a freight/oil train struck a passenger bus (Aporna/Ananda Paribahan), a Mahindra, a battery-operated autorickshaw, and a motorcycle. Two victims died during treatment, and at least 15 others were injured, causing significant traffic disruption and rail service suspension. The railway authorities have formed a five-member investigation committee to probe the incident.
Involved entities
5 RecordsFreight/Oil tank train (30 bogies)
Aporna / Ananda Paribahan Passenger bus
Mahendra
Autorickshaw / Easybike
Motorcycle
Named victims
8 Records| Name/Occupation | Age/Gender | Status | Injury description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abdul Malek Sheikh | 45 · Male | Dead | — |
| Monowar Hossain Patwari | 50 · Male | Dead | — |
| Ashik | Injured | — | |
| Balai | Injured | — | |
| Billal | Injured | — | |
| Liakat | Injured | — | |
| Nuru Sheikh | Injured | — | |
| Nurul Islam | Injured | — |
Abdul Malek Sheikh
Monowar Hossain Patwari
Ashik
Balai
Billal
Liakat
Nuru Sheikh
Nurul Islam
Agencies deployed
Bangladesh Police
Law enforcement agency maintaining public order and security
Ahladipur Highway Police arrived at the scene to conduct rescue operations and restore traffic flow.
Fire Service and Civil Defence
First responder for fire, rescue, and medical emergencies
Fire Service personnel conducted rescue operations for the injured victims.
Other
Other response agencies
Formed a five-member investigation committee led by Pakshi Divisional Medical Officer Dr. Md. Shakil Ahmed.