India on Thursday expressed condolences to the people and the government of Thailand over the tragic loss of lives and injuries in a crane accident that occurred in the northeastern part of the country on Wednesday.
According to local authorities, the death toll from a crane collapse that derailed a passenger train in Nakhon Ratchasima province has risen to 32, with nearly 70 people injured.
“We are deeply saddened by the tragic loss of lives and injuries in the train accident in Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand, on January 14, 2026. Our heartfelt condolences to the people and the Government of Thailand during this hour of grief. We extend our deepest sympathies to the affected families and wish a swift recovery to all those injured,” the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) posted on X.
The accident occurred on Wednesday morning when a construction crane used for a high-speed rail bridge collapsed onto a train travelling from Bangkok to Ubon Ratchathani province.
Speaking at a press briefing, Nakhon Ratchasima Governor Chaiwat Chuenkosum said the State Railway of Thailand expects to take approximately seven days to clear the wreckage and restore the track to normal operations, while a full investigation into the cause of the accident is underway.
Earlier, Thai Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Transport Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn told reporters that he has instructed agencies to conduct a transparent and comprehensive investigation to determine the cause of the accident and prevent a recurrence, Xinhua news agency reported.
According to Thai media reports, the main contractor for the railway section involved is Italian-Thai Development PLC, which has issued a statement saying the company will fully assume responsibility for compensation and medical treatment.
(IANS)
