Brief Summary
This video discusses the disaster management response to the Balasore train accident on June 2nd, 2023, where the Coromandel Express collided with a stationary goods train, resulting in 288 immediate fatalities and approximately 6,000 injuries. The district administration, along with various agencies and local people, launched a 56-hour rescue operation. Key aspects of the operation included efficient triage and rapid referrals, which significantly reduced hospital fatalities, marking it as a national benchmark in disaster management.
Balasore Train Accident Rescue Operation
The Balasore train accident on June 2nd, 2023, involved the Coromandel Express crashing into a stationary goods train, subsequently impacting the Bengaluru-Howrah Express. This resulted in 288 immediate deaths and around 6,000 injuries, posing a significant challenge for the administration to provide immediate treatment to the injured. A multi-agency rescue operation was initiated by the district administration, involving local people, NGOs, police, and army personnel. The 56-hour operation featured efficient triage and rapid referrals, which led to only six fatalities in hospitals. This response is now regarded as a disaster management benchmark at the national level, recognized for its effectiveness in saving lives.
