Congress spokesperson Supriya Shrinate said, “We would like to appeal that do not get into this business of hot food and new Vande Bharats. First ensure the safety of those travelling by train. It is the responsibility of the government to ensure that people reach their destinations safely and not just keep flagging off trains.”

“All the lies of the government have fallen flat through this report,” she added. Congress MP Manickam Tagore wondered how Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw could still hold on to his position when his “inaction killed hundreds of passengers who believed they won’t die before reaching home”.  The TMC accused the Centre of “prioritising public relations over passenger safety” and disregarding concerns raised by the Opposition.

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