Latest updates: Utkal Express derails at Khatauli, fatalities feared
Several persons were injured as at least six coaches of the Puri-Haridwar Utkal Express derailed in Khatauli near here this evening, officials said. ADG (Meerut Zone) Prashant Kumar said the number of injured persons was yet to be ascertained. However, eyewitness said at least 20 people were wounded.
Railway ministry officials said they are still awaiting details of the accident that took place around 5:45 pm. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has directed all possible help.
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