A woman and her three daughters were killed after being struck by a train on the railway tracks near Gandhi Nagar in Uttar Pradesh's Barabanki district on November 13, police said.

The incident took place within the jurisdiction of the Kotwali Nagar police station. Circle Officer (City) Aftab Alam said: "On November 13, 2026, information was received regarding the tragic death of a woman and her three children after they were struck by a train on the railway tracks near Gandhi Nagar, within the jurisdiction of the Kotwali Nagar police station in Barabanki district. Upon receiving the information, police from the Kotwali Nagar station immediately arrived at the scene to assess the situation."

Source: ANI via Indian Economic Observer

The deceased woman was identified as Kiran Devi Pal, aged approximately 39, wife of Ramtesh Pal. Police did not release the names or ages of her three daughters.

Sharing the preliminary investigation, Alam said it suggested Kiran Devi had been undergoing medical treatment and had been experiencing mental distress due to a persistent illness and physical weakness. Police said they are investigating all aspects and circumstances surrounding the incident, and no conclusion has been announced.

"The 'panchnama' (inquest report) for the bodies has been completed, and they have been sent for post-mortem examinations. Necessary legal proceedings are being carried out in coordination with the GRP (Government Railway Police) and railway authorities," Alam added.

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath took cognisance of the tragedy on Friday, expressed his condolences to the bereaved family and directed officials to establish communication with them, provide all possible assistance and ensure the bodies were transported to the family.