Prayagraj, Nov. 5 -- UP Minister Sanjeev Kumar Gaud confirmed that six people, who were travelling to attend the "Ganga Snan", died in the accident that occurred at the Chunar railway station in Mirzapur district.

He expressed grief and extended deepest condolences to the families of the victims. Gaud assured compensation to the affected families and strict action against anyone found responsible for the incident.

"This is an unfortunate incident. We came to know that 6 people have died here, 5 of them belonged to Mirzapur district, and 1 belonged to Sonbhadra. They were coming for Ganga Snan on a train and met with this accident. I express my sympathies to the bereaved families. May their soul rest in peace. We express our condolences ...