2-year-old boy found after train crash; photo on WhatsApp helps

India Nov 05, 2025

A deadly train crash near Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh left several people dead, including Arjun Yadav, his wife Sheila, and her mother.
Their two-year-old son Rishi survived with injuries—his identity was a mystery until a photo shared on WhatsApp helped his aunt find him.

Tech amid chaos

This story is heartbreaking but also shows how tech can help during chaos. Rishi's rescue highlights both the pain families face and how social media can reconnect loved ones when it matters most.
Indian Railways has announced compensation for victims' families, while relatives are still struggling to share the news with elders back home.