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Dussehra train tragedy: Railway Min assures speedy relief op; says returning to India from US

Dussehra train tragedy: Railway Min assures speedy relief op; says returning to India from US

New Delhi, Oct 19 (UNI) Railways Minister Piyush Goyal on Friday said that the Railways is carrying out immediate relief and rescue operations at Amritsar train accident site.
'May God give strength to the bereaved and injured. Railways is providing all possible assistance at the site. I have cancelled all engagements in USA and immediately returning back to India,' Mr Goyal tweeted in his condolence message after the train tragedy struck at the crowded Jora Phatak.
"Shocked and deeply saddened by the tragic train incident that occurred in #Amritsar. My heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims. I pray for the injured to recover quickly. Railways is conducting immediate relief and rescue operations,' the Minister added.
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