Balasore (Odisha) ∙ Death toll rises to 280 in Balasore train accident in Odisha. More than 900 people were injured.The rescue mission is complete. The Railways has informed that steps have been taken to restore traffic.The high-level meeting is being held under the chairmanship of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Prime Minister will visit the accident site.
The cause of the accident is still under investigation. However, initial reports suggest that the goods train derailed due to a technical fault. The Indian Railways has ordered a high-level inquiry into the accident.
