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Odisha three-train tragedy: Initial probe says signal ‘interference’ root cause, CBI called in

IndiaTimes Sunday, 4 June 2023
In an unusual move, the Centre on Sunday announced a CBI probe into the rail accident in Odisha as the railways’ preliminary investigation singled out “interference” with the ‘electronic interlocking system’ and ‘points’, which ensure safe movement of trains, as the “root cause” of the crash. T​he railway ministry ruled out any fault of the loco driver of the Coromandel Express and failure of signals.
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