Train accidents are not frequent: Ram Naik

VARANASI: On allegation of rail accidents becoming a regular feature following

Patna-Indore train derailment

on Sunday, UP governor

Ram Naik

strongly defended Indian railways saying the accidents are not occurring frequently.

Naik, who was in city to participate in the 38th convocation ceremony of

Mahatma Gandhi Kashi Vidyapith

(MGKV) said, "I do not agree that rail accidents are frequent. It is an unfortunate incident and the probe is on to find the cause. But at the same time, the fact cannot be denied that the performance of railways has improved in the last two years. Several projects have been launched and progress is visible to all," he added. On problems following the demonetization, he said it was an important step to fight against unaccounted money and corruption.