6 Devotees Killed in UP as Express Train Ploughs Through Crowd at Chunar Station
A tragic accident struck in Uttar Pradesh on Wednesday when six devotees lost their lives at Chunar railway station in the Mirzapur district. The incident occurred as a speeding express train passed through the platform area while a crowd of pilgrims was attempting to cross the tracks after disembarking. Yogi Adityanath, Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, swiftly ordered a full investigation and immediate relief measures for victims’ families. He also directed officials to deploy rescue units and review crowd-management protocols at major religious hubs. The mishap happened during the annual Kartik Purnima rush, underscoring concerns over public safety during mass pilgrim movements. Authorities are now assessing infrastructure and alert systems at the station to prevent such tragedies in the future.