Visakhapatnam: A goods train coming from Bacheli towards Visakhapatnam, derailed near Sivalingpuram Yard before Tunnel-7 in the wee hours of Thursday. Eight loaded wagons have got derailed.
Accident Relief Trains from Koraput and Visakhapatnam have proceeded to the site to launch restoration operations. DRM, Waltair, Anup Satpathy have also rushed to the site to monitor relief operations.
According to the officials, restoration works are being initiated. Railway authorities have canceled Visakhapatnam-Kirandul train 08551. Refunds have been arranged for passengers. Online ticket holders were advised to file online TDR for a refund.