PM Modi expresses anguish over loss of lives in Bihar train derailment
New Delhi, Feb 3 (IBNS): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday expressed 'deep anguish' over the loss of lives in the derailment of 11 coaches of the Delhi-bound superfast Seemanchal Express in Bihar.
At least seven people died and many got injured in the train derailment.
In a tweet, Modi wrote: "Deeply anguished by the loss of lives due to the derailment of coaches of the Seemanchal Express. My thoughts are with the bereaved families. May the injured recover quickly. Railways, NDRF, and local authorities are providing all possible assistance in the wake of the accident."
Deeply anguished by the loss of lives due to the derailment of coaches of the Seemanchal Express. My thoughts are with the bereaved families. May the injured recover quickly. Railways, NDRF, and local authorities are providing all possible assistance in the wake of the accident.
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) February 3, 2019
The derailment occurred on Barauni- Bachhwara-Hajipur Single Line in Sonpur division of the East Central Railways near Sahadai Buzurg at around 3:52 am.
The injured have been rushed to nearby hospitals.
Officials fear that the casualty toll is likely to go up.
The rescue operation is currently going on.
Railway Minister Piyush Goyal has expressed sadness over the tragedy.
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