Raipur (Chhattisgarh) [India], November 5 (ANI): Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai expressed grief over the Bilaspur train accident , which took the lives of eight and injured several others.

He announced a compensation of Rs 5 lakh for the families of the deceased and Rs 50,000 for the injured.

"A train accident took place near Bilaspur today. I have been informed that five people have lost their lives. The rescue operation is underway. This is very sad news. Rs 5 lakhs will be provided to the family members of the deceased. The injured will be given free treatment, and Rs 50,000 will also be given to them," CM Sai said in Raipur while addressing a press conference.

Meanwhile, clearance and restoration work are underway at the site where a Mainline Electric Multiple Unit (

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