On Friday night, at least 275 people were killed and hundreds more were injured in a devastating train derailment in eastern India. The crash was caused by an error in the electronic signaling system, leading to a collision between two passenger trains and a freight train. The Indian army, police, and National Disaster Response Force are working to clear the wreckage and identify the victims, as the cause of the crash is still under investigation. This is one of the deadliest rail disasters in India in decades, prompting calls for improved safety measures on the country's railway network.
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On June 3, 2021, a devastating train crash in India's eastern state of Odisha has killed 288 people and injured more than 850. Rescuers are working to free people from the mangled wreckage and the death toll is expected to rise. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed his condolences and the government is providing assistance to those affected. This is the second major train accident in India this year, prompting calls for improved safety measures.
Two passenger trains derailed in eastern India's Odisha state on Wednesday, resulting in at least 13 deaths and 400 injuries. Rescuers are attempting to free another 200 people feared trapped in the derailed coaches, while nearly 500 police officers and rescue workers with 75 ambulances and buses are responding to the accident. The cause of the accident is under investigation, and officials are urging people to avoid the area and to be cautious as rescue efforts continue.