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Express Train in Odisha derails near Bahanaga; rescue teams deployed for assistance.
Updated : Jun 02, 2023, 10:58 PM IST | Edited by : Raunak Jain
A dreadful incident unfolded near the bustling Bahanaga railway station situated in the picturesque Balasore district. An express train, caught in the clutches of misfortune, encountered an unfortunate accident. The gravity of the situation necessitated the dispatch of diligent teams to the scene, equipped with unwavering determination to carry out search and rescue operations. Several people have been injured.
The Special Relief Commissioner (SRC) of Odisha, accompanied by esteemed officers Hemant Sharma, Balwant Singh, and Arvind Agarwal, swiftly departed to the scene of the train accident in Bahanaga. Their primary objective is to meticulously oversee the implementation of necessary arrangements. Moreover, it is imperative to highlight that medical colleges and hospitals located in close proximity to Balasore have been put on high alert, prioritizing the safety and well-being of the affected individuals. In addition to this, the esteemed authorities have also ensured that the prestigious SCBMC (name of a medical institution) is duly notified and prepared for any eventualities that may arise.
Three units of the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), four units of the Odisha Disaster Rapid Action Force (ODRAF), and a fleet of 60 ambulances have been promptly mobilized, in coordination with the efforts of the Additional Chief Secretary and Development Commissioner of Odisha.
In a swift and decisive move, the Chief Minister of Odisha has issued direct instructions to State Minister Pramila Mallik and the Special Relief Commissioner (SRC) to promptly proceed to the scene of the unfortunate accident. Both the minister and the SRC are currently en route to the incident location.
For those seeking information or assistance related to the derailment of the Coromandel Express, a temporary helpline by the name of RailMadad has been set up. By dialing 044-2535 4771, individuals can avail themselves of the necessary support and have their queries promptly addressed.
In a state of pandemonium and unforeseen turmoil, a staggering total of 132 injured individuals were hastily transported to the esteemed Medical College in Balasore. This unprecedented event, orchestrated under the vigilant eye of the Managing Director (MD) of the Odisha State Disaster Management Authority (ODSDMA), has left the region in awe and anguish.
An alarming number of nearly 50 ambulances have been dispatched to the scene, indicating the severity of the situation. However, the sight of numerous injured individuals surpasses the initial estimations, painting a distressing picture of the incident. To tackle this overwhelming influx of casualties, a significant fleet of buses has been swiftly mobilized with the sole purpose of transporting the injured to the nearest medical facility.
The train accident in Odisha involved three trains: two passenger trains and one goods train. While there have been casualties, the exact count is yet to be determined, according to Odisha Chief Secretary Pradeep Jena