Odisha train accident: On June 2, a collision involving three trains resulted in at least 280+ fatalities and over 900 injuries. The Shalimar-Chennai Central Coromandel Express, which was travelling in the direction of Chennai, derailed, causing the terrible catastrophe. The Coromandel Express’s rear carriage veered off onto the third track as a result of the collision with a cargo train on the next track. The coaches that had derailed were struck by the Bengaluru-Howrah Superfast Express as it approached from the third track’s opposing direction.
Addressing a press conference on Saturday, NDRF IG Operations NS Bundela said, ”We have rescued 44 people. It’s still an ongoing operation with coordination from local agencies. A total of 900 injured have been evacuated. We are expecting the death toll to increase. 2-3 coaches have debris over them, which is taking some time.
Primary information states three trains have collided. The goods train was stationed there. The proper sequence will be clear after complete inquiry. Accessibility wasn’t a problem in this case. Local administration was also prompt.”
Prasanta Patnaik