India, Feb. 5 -- The Chennai-New Jalpaiguri Express train derailed near Jakhapura railway station in Odisha's Jajpur district today. No passengers were injured in the incident.

As per reports, the derailment occurred at around 8.50 am while track-related work was underway. The train was moving at a low speed at the time of the incident, which helped prevent any casualties.

A total of three coaches slipped off the tracks. These included two general coaches and one air-conditioned coach. Necessary steps were being taken to restore normal train movement at the earliest.

An inquiry has been initiated to ascertain the exact cause of the incident.

"There has been no loss of life or injury to passengers. Passenger train operations remain una...