Bhubaneswar: Former Odisha Chief Minister and Leader of the Opposition Naveen Patnaik has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic train collision near Bilaspur railway station in Chhattisgarh, which claimed six lives and left several others injured on Tuesday evening.
Taking to social media platform X, Patnaik wrote, “Deeply saddened to know about the loss of precious lives in the #TrainAccident near Bilaspur railway station in #Chhattisgarh. My thoughts and prayers are with the grieving families who lost their near and dear ones. Prayer for the early rescue of those who are trapped under debris and swift recovery of those who have sustained injuries.”
Patnaik extended his condolences to the bereaved families and wished a speedy recovery for those injured in the mishap.
The tragic incident occurred around 4 PM on Tuesday, when the Korba Passenger train collided with a goods train near Bilaspur, leading to multiple casualties and injuries. Rescue operations are continuing on a war footing as railway officials and medical teams remain engaged at the site.
