 "8 coaches of Meerut-Lucknow Rajya Rani express derail in UP, 10 injured")
Eight coaches of Meerut-Lucknow Rajya Rani Express derailed near Rampur in Uttar Pradesh on Saturday leaving at least ten passengers injured, railway officials said.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath announces Rs 50,000 each for seriously injured and 25,000 each to injured as compensation.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath announces Rs 50,000 each for seriously injured and 25,000 each to injured as compensation.
The accident happened between Mundapandey and Rampur railway stations, Northern railway spokesperson Neeraj Sharma said.
While ten passengers have been injured, there was no casualty in the accident.
Moradabad Divisional Railway Manager (DRM) has reached the spot to oversee the rescue and relief operations. A medical team has also reached the spot, he said.
The official said causes of the accidents are not known yet.
Earlier, police officials in Rampur had said 15 passengers were injured and rushed to the hospital.
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