Helplines set up for info on Andhra train accident

Visakhapatnam, Oct 29 : The Vizianagaram district administration has set up helplines to provide information about the train accident in Andhra Pradesh on Sunday night.

At least three passengers were killed when the Visakhapatnam-Rayagada passenger was hit by Palasa Express near Kantakapalli junction in Kothavalasa ‘mandal’ (block).

District collector S.Nagalaxmi said a control room has been opened in her office to provide information about the passengers.

People may contact the control room at 9493589157.

The railways has also opened a helpline -- 8978080006 -- to provide information.

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