A woman identified as Shakuntala was among three Agra residents who died in a train accident in Madhya Pradesh. Her daughter, recalling the incident, said, “The train ran over my mother in front of my eyes, and I could not do anything.”
The accident has left the family devastated, with mourning prevailing at their home as relatives continue to console the bereaved members. Shakuntala’s daughter said she is repeatedly haunted by memories of the incident and described how everything happened within seconds, leaving no time for anyone to react.
According to family members, they were travelling for work when the accident occurred. News of the incident triggered grief and panic at their residence in Agra, where relatives and local residents gathered in large numbers after learning of the deaths.
The daughter said she tried to save her mother but was unable to do so because of the circumstances. She said the entire incident unfolded before her eyes, leaving her helpless and in shock.
Family members said they never imagined the journey would end in such tragedy. They added that the family is still struggling to come to terms with the loss.
Elder members of the family described Shakuntala as a sociable person who kept the family united. They said her death has left a void in the household.
Local authorities and police completed the required legal formalities following the accident and initiated the process of handing over the bodies to the families.
Visitors, including neighbours and relatives, continue to arrive at the victims’ homes to express their condolences and support the grieving family.
The accident has renewed discussion around railway safety and passenger vigilance. Authorities are investigating the cause of the incident and examining all aspects of the case.
For the affected family in Agra, the loss remains overwhelming. The daughter continues to struggle with the memory of witnessing her mother’s death, while the family remains in deep shock following the tragedy.
