LUCKNOW: Three people died on Friday after 13 coaches of the Vasco Da Gama-Patna Express derailed in Uttar Pradesh.


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The incident that took place near UP's Banda left another seven people injured.



PRO of Indian Railways, Anil Saxena said, "We have set up helpline numbers, rescue and relief operations are underway,"


Following the mishap, the Ministry of Railways, meanwhile, announced Rs 5 lakhs compensation for the kin of those who died in the train accident.


The ministry also declared Rs 1 lakh for the ones who are grievously injured and Rs 50,000 for those who suffered minor injuries.