Twin train derailments in MP
Updated On Aug 05, 2015 09:53 AM IST
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More than 30 people died after two trains, Kamayani Express and Janata Express derailed within minutes of each other while crossing a small bridge in Madhya Pradesh late on Tuesday. (HT Photo)
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The accident took place at Kudwa, about 18km from the district headquarters Harda, which is between Bhirangi and Khirakia railway stations. (HT Photo)
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Indian Railways has announced a compensation of Rs 2 lakhs to the next of the kin of the deceased and Rs 50,000 to grievously injured in the accident. (HT Photo)
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Rescue operations were delayed because roads had been damaged by rain and teams had to walk in the dark to reach the accident site. (HT Photo)
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NDRF officials and rescue workers inside a train compartment that derailed near Harda town in Madhya Pradesh. (ANI Photo)
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The exact reason behind the derailments is not yet known. Railway officials said heavy rains in the past few days might have damaged railway tracks. (HT Photo)
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