Train Accident in Odisha Results in 300 Deaths
Reports have circulated that India’s cricket team captain, Rohit Sharma, has donated Rs 15 crore to the families of those who lost their lives in the tragic train accident in Odisha. However, there is no official confirmation of this donation.
Number of Fatalities Continues to Rise
On Tuesday, Odisha state chief secretary PK Jena announced that the number of fatalities from the three-train collision had risen to 288. To date, 205 of the bodies have been identified and returned to their families.
Investigation Reveals Deliberate Interference
India’s railway officials have stated that the deadliest train accident this century was caused by deliberate interference with a fail-proof technological system. In response, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has been called in to investigate the incident.
Conclusion
The train accident in Odisha has resulted in the deaths of 300 passengers, and their families have been left to grieve their loss. While it has been reported that Rohit Sharma has contributed Rs 15 Cr to the families, this cannot be confirmed as there is no official documentation. The CBI has been called in to investigate the cause of the accident, which was determined to be deliberate interference with a fail-proof technological system.