Goods train derails near Chimidipalli; Passenger services affected on Araku–Kottavalasa route

As many as 25 wagons of an iron ore-laden goods train derailed near Chimidipalli on Wednesday afternoon in the Araku–Kottavalasa section, which borders Odisha, under the Waltair Division of East Coast Railway, officials said. The incident led to the diversion of several passenger trains.