BILASPUR(Chhattisgarh): The Railway Administration has announced ex-gratia compensation of Rs 10 lakh to the next of kin of the deceased, Rs 5 lakh to those grievously injured, and Rs 1 lakh to those with minor injuries after four people were killed and several others sustained injuries when a passenger MEMU train collided with a goods train near Bilaspur railway station in Chhattisgarh on Tuesday.

Officials said the incident occurred around 4 pm when the MEMU train coach rammed into a stationary goods train. The injured have been shifted to nearby hospitals for immediate medical assistance.

The Railway Administration is extending all possible assistance to the affected passengers and their families. Continuous coordination is being maintained with district authorities and medical teams

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