The deadly triple train collision near Balasore, Odisha left more than 250 dead and over a thousand injured. This left all shellshocked and the rescue operations are going on with the Union Government calling in the services of the Army and Navy people.
Bengaluru-Howrah Superfast Express and Shalimar-Chennai Central Coromandel Express — and a goods train were involved in an accident that was triggered by a derailment.
The train accident happened when the Shalimar-Chennai Central Coromandel Express, which was heading towards Chennai, derailed 300 metres away from Bahanaga Bazar station. The Coromandel Express collided with a goods train on the adjacent track, causing the rear carriage of the Coromandel Express to veer off onto the third track.At high speed, the Bengaluru-Howrah Superfast Express, coming from the opposite direction on the third track, rammed into the derailed coaches.
Celebrities expressed their condolences to the victims of the train accident.
PM Modi
Distressed by the train accident in Odisha. In this hour of grief, my thoughts are with the bereaved families. May the injured recover soon. Spoke to Railway Minister @AshwiniVaishnaw and took stock of the situation. Rescue ops are underway at the site of the mishap and all possible assistance is being given to those affected.
AP CM Jagan Mohan Reddy
The train accident in Odisha is unfortunate. The death of more than 50 people in this accident was shocking. We are talking to the railway officials and collecting the details of the victims from AP. My deepest condolences to the bereaved families. I pray to God to give them peace of mind.
Chandra Babu Naidu
Extremely pained by the disastrous #TrainAccident in Balasore, Odisha. My heartfelt condolences to the families who have lost their loved ones. I also pray for the speedy recovery of the injured.
Pawan Kalyan
My deepest condolences to the bereaved families. I am getting information that there are a lot of Telugu people in Telangana and Andhra Pradesh in those trains. I request the governments of Telangana and Andhra Pradesh to take up measures to help the victims. I request the Central government to concentrate on upgrading the safety measures in the railways.
Telangana CM KCR
My deepest condolences to the bereaved families. I pray to God to give them peace of mind.Extremely pained by the disastrous #TrainAccident in Balasore, Odisha.
Chiranjeevi
Utterly shocked at the tragic Coromandel express accident in Orissa and the huge loss of lives! My heart goes out to the bereaved families.I understand there is an urgent demand for blood units to save lives. Appeal to all our fans and good samaritans in the nearby areas to extend all possible assistance for donating life-saving blood units. #BalasoreTrainAccident
NTR
"Heartfelt condolences to the families and their loved ones affected by the tragic train accident. My thoughts are with each and every person affected by this devastating incident. May strength and support surround them during this difficult time."
Vivek Agnihotri
"Tragic and very shameful. How can 3 trains be involved in this age and time? Who is answerable? Prayers for all the families. Om shanti."
Salman Khan
Really saddened to hear abt the accident, May God rest the souls of the deceased in peace, Protect n give strength to the families n the injured from this unfortunate accident.
Akshay Kumar
Heartbreaking to see the visuals from the tragic train accident in Odisha. Praying for the speedy recovery of the injured. My thoughts and condolences to the families of the affected during this difficult time. Om Shanti
Parineeti Chopra
I’m praying for everyone involved in the horrible accidents in Odisha. Wishing for the families, friends and loved ones to find strength and heal as soon as possible . God bless everyone.
Virat Kohli
Saddened to hear about the tragic train accident in Odisha. My thoughts and prayers go out to the families who lost their loved ones and wishing a speedy recovery to the injured.
Sai Dharam Tej
Can't digest waking up to this Terrible & Unfortunate Tragedy..My deepest Condolences for the affected families & prayers for the injured..May the strength and spirit be with them all to cope.
Varun Tej
My heart aches for the victims and their families affected by the tragic train accident in Coromandel. My thoughts and prayers are with each and every person impacted by this horrific event. May they find strength, comfort, and support during this difficult time. Om Shanti