India on Wednesday issued an advisory for its nationals following a major railway accident near Urda in Spain's Toledo province that killed at least 68 people and injured dozens, urging those travelling on the affected trains and their families to contact the Indian Embassy in Madrid for assistance.
The advisory came after a high-speed train rammed into the rear of another train in central Spain, triggering a major emergency response involving rescue workers and local authorities.
In a post on X, the Indian mission shared emergency contact details and requested Indian passengers or their relatives to reach out for assistance.
"Indian nationals who were travelling on the affected trains involved in the railway accident near Urda, Toledo, on 28 October 2026, or their relatives, are requested to contact the Embassy of India, Madrid, for assistance," the embassy said.
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The Indian Embassy issued an emergency contact number, +34 650 339 008, and designated the email address cons.madrid\@mea.gov.in for those seeking assistance or information about passengers.
It also shared the helpline numbers of the railway operators involved in the accident. Passengers and their families can contact Renfe at 900 10 10 20 and Iryo at 900 001 403.
The advisory was aimed at facilitating communication between Indian nationals, their families and the authorities handling the aftermath of the collision.
There was no immediate information in the statement about Indian casualties or injuries in the accident.
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Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sรกnchez said emergency services were working at the accident site to assist those affected and ensure their safety.
He said rescue and relief operations were being carried out in coordination with the relevant authorities.
"My thoughts, solidarity, and support go out to all the victims and their families," Sรกnchez wrote on X.
The collision, which left at least 68 people dead and dozens injured, prompted an extensive emergency response as authorities worked to assist survivors and those affected by the disaster.
The Indian mission urged affected nationals and their relatives to use the designated contact channels for assistance as the situation developed.