Gut-Wrenching Image of the Tragic Train Accident in Odisha

Author: Soumya Prakash Pradhan | Credit: OTV

A tragic train accident in Odisha on June 2, resulted in over 250 deaths.

Author: Soumya Prakash Pradhan | Credit: OTV

The accident involved Bengaluru-Howrah Superfast Express, Shalimar-Chennai Central Coromandel Express, and a goods train.

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This incident is considered the worst train mishap in Odisha since 1995.

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It is the third most severe train accident in terms of casualties in Indian history.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the accident site in Balasore on June 3.

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The Ministry of Railways ordered a high-level investigation into the causes of the accident.

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The Ministry also announced compensation of Rs 10 lakh for the families of the deceased.

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Rs 2 lakh will be provided to those seriously injured while Rs 50,000 compensation is for minor injuries.

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The focus is on assessing the situation on the ground and supporting the affected families.

Author: Soumya Prakash Pradhan | Credit: IANS