Odisha train accident: On June 2, a collision between the Coromandel Express and the Bengaluru-Howrah Superfast Express resulted in at least 280 fatalities and over 900 injuries. Between Bengal’s Shalimar station in West Bengal and Chennai, there is a train called the Coromandel Express. There were numerous passenger casualties as a result of the crash that happened close to Bahanaga railway station. A cargo train was also reportedly engaged in the tragic incident, according to Pradeep Jena, the chief secretary for Odisha.
Odisha train accident IAF stations 17 helicopters for relief and rescue operations after the Odisha railway catastrophe.
The Indian Air Force (IAF) has 17 helicopters ready for relief and rescue operations. Coordination with the local railway authority is used to carry out the operations. The Indian Railways can provide the precise location of the helicopters and deployment information.
900 injured people were successfully evacuated, but the death toll may rise: NDRF IG Operations
We have saved 44 individuals, NDRF IG Operations NS Bundela announced during a press briefing on Saturday. With local agencies providing coordination, the operation is currently ongoing. 900 injured people in total had been removed. The number of fatalities is certain to rise. It takes some time to clear the debris from 2-3 coaches.
According to initial reports, three trains had collided. There was a station for the freight train. After thorough investigation, the correct sequence will become obvious. In this instance, accessibility wasn’t an issue. Additionally prompt was local government.
#WATCH | 17 coaches were derailed and are severely damaged. 9 teams are there on the spot. The sequence of events will be known after inquiry: Narendra Singh Bundela, IG operation, NDRF on #BalasoreTrainAccident pic.twitter.com/sUCoDUSd7T
— ANI (@ANI) June 3, 2023
After the rescue effort is finished, the restoration work will begin: spokesman for the railroads
The rescue effort has been finished, according to Railways Spokesperson Amitach Sharma, and the authorities will now begin the repair process. He said that Kawach wasn’t accessible on this route.
Odisha train accident: PM Narendra Modi will travel to Balasore and Cuttack today after arriving in Odisha.
According to sources, PM Narendra Modi will travel to Odisha today. He would go to the accident site in Balasore first, and then he will go to the hospital in Cuttack.
Odisha train accident: Telangana IT Minister asks what happened to anti-collision devices, condoles deaths
Telangana IT Minister & BRS Working President KTR questioned how such an accident happened despite anti-collision devices.
“Aghast at the horrific train collision that killed 233 passengers and left many more wounded. My heartfelt condolences & prayers to all the families of the passengers who lost their loved ones and those affected. What happened to the Anti Collision Devices? This is indeed a tragedy of unheard proportions that should have never happened,” the minister tweeted.
Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee arrives at the Dumurjala helipad before her flight to Balasore
Mamata Banerjee, the chief minister of West Bengal, arrived at the Dumurjala helipad before taking off for Balasore.
Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut said the railways minister should resign in the wake of the Odisha train accident catastrophe.
Sanjay Raut, the leader of the Shiv Sena (UBT), asked Union Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw to resign on Saturday. “Railway minister must step down. This is blatant carelessness. The minister for railroads is an Odia native. He ought to quit on moral grounds,” stated Raut.
Parineeta Chopra, a Bollywood star, responds to the triple train disaster in Odisha train accident
Bollywood actor Parineeti Chopra expressed her sympathies for the fatalities and injuries, writing on Twitter, “I’m praying for everyone impacted in the terrible accidents in Odisha. We send our best wishes for speedy recovery to the families, friends, and loved ones. Godspeed to everyone.
I’m praying for everyone involved in the horrible accidents in Odisha. Wishing for the families, friends and loved ones to find strength and heal as soon as possible . God bless everyone. 🙏
— Parineeti Chopra (@ParineetiChopra) June 3, 2023
Virat Kohli, a cricket player, expresses sorrow over the deadly Odisha train accident
Virat Kohli, a cricket player, expressed his sympathy via Twitter and wrote, “Saddened to learn about the unfortunate Odisha train accident. My condolences and prayers are with the families who have lost loved ones, and I wish the injured a quick recovery.
Saddened to hear about the tragic train accident in Odisha. My thoughts and prayers go out to the families who lost their loved ones and wishing a speedy recovery to the injured.
— Virat Kohli (@imVkohli) June 3, 2023