Thailand Rail Tragedy: Crane Collapse Derails Train, 22 Dead
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News18•14-01-2026, 15:10
Thailand Rail Tragedy: Crane Collapse Derails Train, 22 Dead
- •A passenger train derailed in Nakhon Ratchasima province, Thailand, after a crane fell onto it, killing 22 people.
- •The train, traveling from Bangkok to Ubon Ratchathani, instantly derailed and caught fire after the impact.
- •The crane was part of a $5.4 billion China-backed high-speed rail project connecting Bangkok to Kunming via Laos.
- •Officials confirmed 22 fatalities, with rescue efforts ongoing and the death toll potentially rising; 195 passengers were aboard.
- •An investigation has been launched into the accident, highlighting concerns over safety standards in large infrastructure projects.
Why It Matters: A crane collapse caused a train derailment in Thailand, killing 22 and raising safety concerns.
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