In India, a passenger train collided with a freight train: dozens of people died (video)
At least 50 people died and, according to various estimates, from 170 to 300 were injured.
In India, a passenger train en route from Calcutta to Chennai derailed and collided with a freight train.
According to Hindustan Times, the tragedy occurred at 19.20 local time (about 17:00 Kyiv time) near the city of Balasor.
The publication notes that at least 50 people died, more than 170 were injured as a result of this terrible accident.
At the same time, the NDTV channel reports at least 300 victims. Many people are trapped and the toll could rise, officials said. A third freight train was also involved in the accident, an Indian official told NDTV.
60 ambulances, medical workers from nearby cities, more than a hundred members of the National Disaster Relief Force arrived at the scene. The rescue operation continues.
The causes of the incident are being investigated by local law enforcement agencies.
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