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Rourkela/Bhubaneswar ,11/1/2026 ( Odisha Samachar / Rajat Mohapatra )- The State Government is closely monitoring the situation following the aircraft accident that occurred on January 10 in the Jalda area of Rourkela, Sundargarh district, said Odisha Transport Secretary Smt. Usha Padhee on Saturday.
Smt. Padhee visited the accident site and reviewed the situation on the ground in coordination with the district administration, police authorities, and officials of concerned departments. She assessed the rescue operations, medical response, and safety measures initiated immediately after the incident.
She stated that the Hon’ble Chief Minister 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,” Smt. Padhee said. A two-member medical team has been deputed to continuously monitor the condition of the injured, and emergency medical facilities have been activated at the district level.
According to officials, the two injured persons—Savita Agrawal and Sunil Agrawal—were airlifted to Mumbai for advanced medical treatment at their own request and as per medical advice. Their condition is 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 investigation at the site. The Transport Secretary continues to remain in close coordination with all concerned agencies to ensure effective management of the situation and strict adherence to safety protocols.
