This video highlights the efficient disaster management response in Balasore, Odisha, following the June 2nd, 2023 train accident. It focuses on the district administration's multi-agency rescue operation and its success in minimizing casualties.
Key Takeaways
A massive train accident in Balasore, Odisha on June 2nd, 2023, resulted in 288 deaths and approximately 6,000 injuries.
The district administration launched a swift multi-agency rescue operation involving local people, police, and army personnel.
The 56-hour operation prioritized efficient triage and rapid referrals to hospitals.
The operation's success is considered a national benchmark for disaster management, resulting in only six additional hospital deaths.
Dattatraya Bhausaheb Shinde, the district collector of Balasore, is highlighted for his role in leading the operation.
