Train strike : Passenger dies after falling off from overcrowded Train

July 10, 2024 at 7:35 PM

A passenger tragically died after falling off a moving train near the Bemmulla station, located between Gampaha and Veyangoda.

The incident occurred amidst overcrowded conditions due to a strike by the Railway Station Masters and Controllers, according to the Railway Control Room

The ongoing trade union action has severely disrupted train operations, leading to limited services and heavily packed trains.

Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the accident. (NewsWire)