Woman returning to vote dies after falling ill on Uttarbanga Express near Maynaguri

A tragic incident unfolded ahead of the West Bengal Assembly Election 2026 as a 48-year-old woman, travelling home to cast her vote, died after falling ill on the Uttarbanga Express. The deceased, Mithu Kundu, was a resident of Cooch Behar, with her home located near the Ras Mela Ground. She had been living in Rajasthan and was returning specifically to participate in the voting process scheduled in her constituency.

According to details, Mithu Kundu boarded the Uttarbanga Express from Sealdah on Tuesday night along with her family members. On Wednesday, as the train was nearing Maynaguri station, she suddenly developed health complications. Railway authorities were immediately alerted, following which prompt steps were taken to provide assistance and ensure medical attention at the earliest.

With the help of the Government Railway Police and railway staff, she was deboarded at Maynaguri station and given primary treatment. She was later shifted to a hospital in Jalpaiguri for further medical care. Despite efforts by medical personnel, she could not be saved. The incident has cast a shadow over the election period, highlighting the risks faced by migrant voters travelling long distances to exercise their democratic rights.