Aftermath (tv15940)

Artist: Anuja Manchanayake
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Aftermath (tv15940)

One of the carriages of the fateful Train that was struck by the Tsunami waves on the morning of 26th of December 2004 at Peraliya, Sri Lanka. Except few passengers who manged to escape before the waves, all the 1000+ passengers on board perished during the incident, which is now considered as the worst train disaster in the world.

Sign above the right window reads “Reserved for Clergy”.

Shot with my old Canon Powershot A 75 (3.2 MP).

Aftermath (tv15940) belongs to the following groups:

Complex Simplicity of Art, Abandoned Dark Creepy, History, in-between, MAJOR EVENT , Mood & Ambience - Strictly Photos, Nostalgic Art and Photography, Old & Rusty, Railway Art and Photography, Signs, Street Photography and Photojournalism, Trains, Unwanted , Abandoned & Saved Through Preservation. and Vibrant and Vivid Color

Aftermath (tv15940) by Anuja Manchanayake

Stephen Colquitt

Such a horrible story that goes with this image Anuja.
David Clark

Hi Anuja – I was here only a few weeks after the Tsunami – I came to help my friends in Hikkaduwa – they were ok as they live a little inland – but they had many friends in the Peraliya area ~~- I stayed there many weeks and did all I could to help out – including building 25 houses for renters who lost everything, making 700 school uniforms for the local kids etc -~~ all from money raised by my friends and family—we tried our best and there was (and is) still so much to do. – dave
Anuja Manchana... replied

Thanks for all that work David (and also thank you for making me guilty on that count, as I always feel that we should have done more). In fact, I know at least few Australians who quite generously pulled out their pockets (like you) to support the Tsunami affected peoples of Sri Lanka. I hope Sri Lanka will one day officially recognize the contribution made by these generous individuals to rebuild the lives of our people. Thanks again.
David Clark

Hi again Anuja – I realized after I wrote to you that I had probably said too much – sometimes it is a lot easier for someone who is a bit of an outsider to see a little more clearly things that should be done ~~- I could not have done anything without my Sri Lankan friends help and advice -~~ yes there are many things that the Aussies did there—whole new villages etc. Cheers mate – dave
elliewinds

Amazing image to go with a tragic story.
Anuja Manchana... replied

Thanks Ellie.
Scott d'Almeida

fantastic .
Anuja Manchana... replied

Thanks Scott.
Naleen Senevir...

Greta image. But I feel very sad when I recall that horrible incident.
Anuja Manchana...

Yes, it is horrible indeed. I have heard this train has since been refurbished, repaired and is in use again.
Kenneth Leishman

Great work Anuja!!! sad story..
Anuja Manchana... replied

Thanks Kenneth. Yes it is a sad story indeed.
CapturedByKylie

Congratulations on the HOME PAGE Feature. May 12th 2009.
Anuja Manchana... replied

Thanks.
Chamika Amarasiri

This is a great image. I’ll never forget that day. The vast devastation and the tragic stories that kept on coming in the media had me physically shaken for days. Your photograph brought it back a bit. But it’s good to be reminded how fragile our human existence can be. Congrats on your home page feature!
Anuja Manchana... replied

Thanks for the comments Chamika. I found this train parked on an abandoned track near Hikkadu Railway Station (not far away from Peraliya). The extent of damage caused by Tsunami waves to this massive iron chunk is absolutely unbelievable.
SarahCatherine

Wonderful capture
Anuja Manchana... replied

Thanks Sarah.
lilian marshall

Tragic story .!!Giant Buddha Statue erected now in memory of all the people that died in that tragedy . There is such a lot of work still needs to be done .!!
Anuja Manchana... replied

Yes, that whole thing is a tragic story indeed. I am yet to see that Buddha Statue.
Erika Gouws

Wonderful shot.
Trish Woodford

Such a powerful and poignant image Anuja, a incredible shot :)
Anuja Manchana... replied

Thanks Trish. Believe it or not, this train is now back on tracks carrying passengers!!!!
whalegeek

Anuja, this one strikes directly at my heart. Very poignant image of a horrible time.
Barbara Morrison

Great shot! Try the “Speaking Photos” group.