If you think, the Odisha train crash is the biggest train crash in India then you are wrong. Don't forget the most devastating event that exposed the vulnerabilities and shortcomings of the Indian railway system The 1981 Bihar train derailment.

On the fateful night of June 6, 1981, one of the deadliest train accidents in the history of India occurred in the state of Bihar.

The Bihar train derailment, which took place near the village of Bela, not only resulted in an immense loss of life but also exposed the inadequacies and challenges faced by the Indian railway system.

The impact of the derailment was catastrophic. Over 800 passengers lost their lives in the accident, while many others were injured.