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29 out of 81 bodies found by DNA testing from Odisha train accident

In a significant development, 29 out of the 81 bodies from the tragic train accident in Odisha’s Balasore district have been identified through DNA testing. The authorities at AIIMS Bhubaneswar have been working diligently to identify the deceased individuals and reunite them with their families.

The process of DNA testing has been crucial in establishing the identities of the victims, allowing their loved ones to have closure and carry out necessary funeral rites. The four-week period since the train accident has been a challenging time for the affected families, and the identification of the bodies brings some relief amidst the grief.

The authorities will continue their efforts to identify the remaining bodies and provide support to the families affected by this tragedy. The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of stringent safety measures in the transportation sector and the need for timely and accurate identification processes during such unfortunate events.