Odisha Train Accident LIVE: Death Toll Rises to 288, Rly Minister, CM on Spot; 'Migrants Worst Hit'

Odisha Train Accident News LIVE: The death toll in Odisha train accident has gone up to 288 as India

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Railway minister Ashwini Vaishnaw arrived on the spot. Chief minister Naveen Patnaik has also left for Balasore

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“It’s a big tragic accident. Railway, NDRF, SDRF and state government are conducting the rescue operation.

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Best possible healthcare facilities will be provided. Compensation was announced yesterday

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Odisha Train Accident LIVE: Death Toll Rises to 288, Rly Minister, CM on Spot; 'Migrants Worst Hit'

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A high-level committee has been formed to inquire about it,” Vaishnaw said.

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The Balasore train accident has set off

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