On November 4, 2025, a devastating train accident occurred near Bilaspur railway station in Chhattisgarh, central India, when a local Mainline Electric Multiple Unit (MEMU) passenger train crashed into a stationary goods train. The collision led to 11 fatalities and left over 20 passengers injured, some critically. The impact was so severe that the front coach of the passenger train was lifted onto the last wagon of the freight train. Rescue teams worked overnight using cranes and iron cutters to free trapped passengers and provide urgent medical treatment. Preliminary investigations indicate that the MEMU train crossed a red signal (Signal Passed At Danger—SPAD), failing to stop despite the obstruction ahead. The passenger train’s loco pilot, Vidya Sagar, lost his life in the crash, while assistant loco pilot Rashmi Raj sustained severe injuries. The injured passengers, including men, women, children, and railway personnel, are receiving treatment at Apollo Hospital and the Chhattisgarh Institute of Medical Sciences (CIMS) in Bilaspur. The goods train’s guard reportedly escaped with minor injuries. The Indian Railways has announced compensation packages: ₹10 lakh for families of the deceased, ₹5 lakh for critically injured, and ₹1 lakh for minor injuries. The Chief Minister of Chhattisgarh, Vishnu Deo Sai, expressed deep sorrow and assured all possible state support for the victims and their families. A detailed inquiry by the Commissioner of Railway Safety has been initiated to ascertain the cause and recommend preventive measures. The tragedy highlights ongoing challenges in Indian railway safety management, particularly regarding signal adherence and crowd control. Disclaimer: This post is based on current reports and is for informational purposes only. Official investigations and updates from Indian Railways should be referred to for authoritative details. 📢 Stay Connected with Multigyan 👉 Subscribe to our YouTube channel: Multigyan.in 👉 Join our WhatsApp Channel: Multigyan 👉 Connect on Telegram: t.me/multigyanexpert 👉 Follow on Twitter / X: @Multigyan_in 👉 LinkedIn: Multigyan 👉 Instagram: @ multigyan.info