Bharat Express

Odisha Train Accident

The goods train did not get derailed. Since it was carrying iron ores, the maximum damage of the impact was on Coromandel Express.

The crash in Odisha's Balasore district involving three trains is one of the worst rail accidents in India in nearly three decades. At least 288 people are dead and over 1,100 injured.

"We offer sincere condolences, pray for the bereaved families and share the grief of those who lost their near and dear ones in the horrific tragedy," says vice president

CM Banerjee announced a compensation of Rs 5 lakh for the victims of the tragedy belonging to West Bengal

"There should be a high-level inquiry and action should be taken against those responsible for it...They have destroyed Railways," says Yadav

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamta Banerjee has also announced to provide financial assistance to affected family from Bengal.

7 NDRF, 5 ODRAF (Odisha Disaster Rapid Action Force) & 24 Fire Service Units, local police, and volunteers are working tirelessly in search and rescue.