Kolkata, June 4, 2023 – The Commissioner of Railway Safety for the South Eastern Circle has announced the commencement of a statutory enquiry in connection with the recent derailment near Balasore. The enquiry will be held on Monday, June 5, 2023, and Tuesday, June 6, 2023, starting at 09:00 hrs. The venue for the enquiry will be the South Institute in Kharagpur.
The investigation will focus on the derailment of two trains, namely the 12841 Shalimar-Chennai Central Coromandal Express and the 12864 SMVT Bengaluru-Howrah Superfast Express, which occurred at Bahanaga Bazar station on June 2, 2023.
In an effort to gather comprehensive information related to the accident case, rail users, local residents, and other concerned entities are encouraged to attend the enquiry and provide their testimony before the commission. This will enable the commission to gather first-hand accounts and any relevant details that can contribute to the investigation.
The Commissioner of Railway Safety aims to conduct a thorough and impartial enquiry to determine the causes and contributing factors leading to the derailment. The findings of the enquiry will play a crucial role in improving railway safety measures and preventing similar incidents in the future.
It is imperative that all individuals possessing valuable information regarding the accident case come forward and participate in the enquiry at the designated time and location. Their contributions will aid in the comprehensive analysis of the incident, ultimately ensuring safer rail travel for all passengers.
The railway authorities urge the cooperation of the public and relevant stakeholders in assisting the enquiry process. Together, we can work towards enhancing the safety and reliability of the railway network.