Jalgaon (Maharashtra) [India], January 22 (ANI): At least eight passengers of the Pushpak Express were hit by the Karnataka Express in Jalgaon district.

According to initial reports, the passengers had stepped outside their coaches due to a suspected fire on the train. While they were outside, the Karnataka Express passed through the same spot, and several passengers were struck by the moving train.

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Railway officials and staff have reached the scene of the accident.

Further details are awaited. (ANI)

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