A catastrophic train collision in Odisha, eastern India, has claimed 288 lives and left 803 injured, marking the country's deadliest rail accident in over 20 years. 🌪️ Survivors were rushed to SCB Medical College and Hospital in Cuttack for emergency care, with many in critical condition.
What We Know So Far
The collision occurred on Friday, June 2, when two passenger trains derailed and collided near Bahanaga Bazar station. Over 2,000 passengers were onboard. Rescue teams worked overnight to free trapped passengers, while local residents donated blood to aid survivors. 🩸
Investigation Underway
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the crash site on Saturday, pledging 'strict action' against those responsible. Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw called it a 'heart-wrenching tragedy' and announced compensation for victims' families. Authorities are examining potential signal failures as a cause.
A Nation in Mourning
Odisha has declared a day of mourning, with flags at half-mast. Social media trends like #OdishaTrainDisaster and viral videos of heroic rescues show global solidarity. 💔 This disaster revives concerns about aging rail infrastructure in the world's most populous nation.
