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Odisha Govt Closely Monitoring Rourkela Aircraft Accident: Transport Secretary

Rourkela/Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government is closely monitoring the situation following the aircraft accident that occurred on January 10 in the Jalda area of Rourkela in Sundargarh district, Transport Secretary Usha Padhee said on Saturday.

Padhee visited the accident site and reviewed the on-ground situation in coordination with the district administration, police authorities and officials of the concerned departments. She assessed the rescue and relief operations, medical response and safety measures that were initiated immediately after the incident.

The Transport Secretary said that Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi is personally monitoring the developments and has issued clear directions to ensure prompt medical assistance, logistical support and coordinated administrative action for all affected persons.

“All necessary arrangements have been made on priority,” Padhee said, adding that a two-member medical team has been deputed to continuously monitor the condition of the injured. Emergency medical facilities have also been activated at the district level to ensure timely care.

According to officials, the two injured passengers—Savita Agrawal and Sunil Agrawal—were airlifted to Mumbai for advanced medical treatment at their own request. Their condition is reported to be stable and out of danger, with no threat to life.

Teams from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) and the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) have been facilitated for inspection and detailed investigation at the accident site. The Transport Secretary remains in close coordination with all concerned agencies to ensure effective management of the situation and strict adherence to aviation safety protocols.

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