Freight train coming from Iran derails in Balochistan

DALBANDIN: Seven bogies of Quetta-bound freight train coming from Iran’s city Zahidan derailed near Ukmuch area of district Chagai in Balochistan province on Wednesday. However, no loss has been reported.

According to detail, seven bogies of Quetta-bound freight train coming from Zahidan city of Iran derailed near Ukmuch area of district Chagai. The accident caused panic among the crew.

The rescue teams rushed to the scene to conduct rescue operation. The authorities have started a probe into the incident. The cause behind the derailment could not be ascertained immediately. It is pertinent to mention that several railway tracks in Nokundi, Ukmuch and Dalbandin areas of Balochistan were washed away by recent torrential rains.