At least 22 passengers sustained injuries after a train derailed in Russia’s Ulyanovsk region, about 900 km east of Moscow.
The train, travelling from Chelyabinsk to Moscow, had seven carriages derail on Friday afternoon. Authorities confirmed that no fatalities occurred in the incident.
The train carried 412 passengers when the accident happened. Regional governor Alexei Russkikh reported the derailment, while Chelyabinsk governor Alexei Teksler said 22 people were injured. Preliminary details revealed that two passengers suffered fractures, while 20 others sustained bruises, including a child with a leg injury.
Television footage showed carriages lying on their side near the tracks. Emergency teams reached the site quickly and began assisting passengers. Officials said the derailment disrupted travel along the busy route, forcing delays and diversions.
The Russian Investigative Committee launched an inquiry into possible violations of railway safety and operational regulations. Investigators are examining the tracks, train condition, and operational procedures to determine the cause of the derailment.
Russian Railways (RZD) confirmed the passenger count and assured that safety measures are being reviewed. Authorities said they will provide updates as the investigation progresses.
The Ulyanovsk train derailment highlights ongoing concerns about railway safety in Russia, where infrastructure challenges and operational lapses have caused accidents in recent years.
