Mirzapur, Nov 5: A tragic incident unfolded at Chunar railway station in Uttar Pradesh’s Mirzapur district, where four people were run over by a train after reportedly stepping down from the wrong side on Wednesday morning.

According to reports, the incident occurred at Chunar railway station after some passengers stepped down from a train from the wrong side and were trying to cross the main line. Meanwhile, Kalka-Howrah Express arrived in no time at high speed and hit some of the passengers at around 9:30 am. As a result, four people died on the spot.

The passengers had arrived at Chunar on the Chopan-Prayagraj Express. Following the incident, an inquiry has been ordered by the railway administration.

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Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has taken cognizance of the accident and expressed condolences to the victims' families. He has also directed officials to reach the spot and expedite relief efforts.