Rajya Rani Express derails In Uttar Pradesh

New Delhi: Eight coaches of Meerut-Lucknow Rajya Rani Express derailed near Rampur in Uttar Pradesh on Saturday leaving at least two passengers injured, railway officials said.

Northern railway spokesperson Neeraj Sharma said that the accident took place between Mundapandey and Rampur railway stations . He said while two passengers have been injured there was no casualty in the accident.

Moradabad Divisional Railway Manager (DRM) has reached the spot to oversee the rescue and relief operations. A medical team has also reached the spot, he said. The official said causes of the accidents are not known yet.

Earlier, police officials in Rampur had said 15 passengers were injured and rushed to hospital.