At Least 5 Killed, Several Injured As Passenger Train Collides With Goods Trains In Chhattisgarh

A passenger train coach collided with a goods train near Bilaspur station in Chhattisgarh, killing at least five people and injuring several others. The incident occurred around 16:00 hours when a MEMU (Mainline Electric Multiple Unit) train coach struck the goods train. Video footage of the aftermath showed one coach lifted and resting atop another, with its front badly crumpled from the impact. Police and rescue teams were seen on the tracks assessing the wreckage. Railway officials confirmed that all necessary resources were deployed to ensure treatment for the injured. The government announced ex-gratia compensation: Rs 10 lakh for the next of kin of the deceased, Rs 5 lakh for grievously injured, and Rs 1 lakh for those with minor injuries, while investigations continue.

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