Passengers fled as train coaches derailed, killing at least one passenger in India.

The vehicle was travelling from Bangalore to Kamakhya when the incident occurred near Nergundi station in Cuttack, Odisha, on Sunday, March 30.

Authorities reported that 11 coaches came off the tracks around 11:54 am during the journey.

One person was confirmed dead, and several others sustained injuries and were transported to the hospital. Some passengers received first aid at the scene.

Footage shows hundreds of stranded commuters on the tracks, waiting as officials arrange a substitute train.

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi instructed officials to restore normal operations on the railway line.

He said: 'Deeply concerned about the derailment of Kamakhya Express near Nergundi station in Cuttack. Authorities are on-site, ensuring assistance and restoring normalcy at the earliest. Helplines activated for support.'

The Railways announced compensation for the next of kin of the deceased and for those with injuries.

The cause of the derailment remains under investigation.

On February 5, a freight train derailed and narrowly avoided crashing into homes, causing panic among residents in Rourkela, Odisha.

Three wagons came off the tracks, damaging a parked autorickshaw and a nearby shop.

Residents were alarmed when one of the carriages breached the wall of the railway yard and entered the residential area.

Authorities said that the driver is believed to have fled the scene. No injuries were reported.