Four jump off train after fire rumour, crushed to death by another train in M.P.'s Morena

Four passengers died in Madhya Pradesh after jumping from a moving train due to a false rumor of a fire. They were struck by a second train while on the tracks near the Morena district.
Why it matters
This incident highlights the lethal consequences of misinformation and panic in public transportation environments.
A rumour of fire in the Khajuraho-Udaipur Intercity Express train turned out to be fatal for four passengers, who jumped out on the tracks and were run over by another express train in Morena district of Madhya Pradesh on Sunday (June 14, 2026), officials said.
The report is a straightforward account of a tragic accident based on official statements, maintaining a neutral and objective tone.
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