30 injured in two road accidents in J&K's Budgam and Baramulla
Synopsis
Two road accidents rocked central and north Kashmir on 1 July, injuring 30 people in total — 25 in a bus crash near Nasrullahpora in Budgam and five in a three-vehicle pile-up near Pattan in Baramulla. The incidents add to a mounting toll on J&K's roads, where mountainous terrain and reckless driving continue to claim lives.
Key Takeaways
30 people were injured in two separate road accidents in Jammu and Kashmir on 1 July .
A passenger bus travelling from Beerwah to Budgam crashed near Nasrullahpora in Budgam district , injuring 25 people including the driver.
A three-vehicle collision near Zangam Petrol Pump, Pattan in Baramulla district left 5 people injured; two were referred to JVC Hospital, Srinagar .
On 28 June , eight CISF personnel and a civilian driver were also injured in a road accident in Reasi district .
Police have initiated investigations into both Wednesday's accidents; causes remain under inquiry.
At least 30 people were injured in two separate road accidents across Jammu and Kashmir on Wednesday, 1 July, according to officials. The incidents occurred in Budgam and Baramulla districts of central and north Kashmir respectively, stretching emergency response across two locations within hours.
Budgam Bus Accident: 25 Injured Near Nasrullahpora
A passenger bus travelling from Beerwah to Budgam met with an accident at Kawnar, near Nasrullahpora in Budgam district, leaving 25 people injured, including the driver. The exact circumstances leading to the crash were not immediately known, officials said.
Before emergency responders could reach the scene, local residents of Nasrullahpora rushed to the spot and launched rescue efforts, helping evacuate injured passengers from the damaged vehicle. The injured were subsequently shifted to Sub-District Hospital (SDH), Budgam, where they are undergoing treatment. The condition of the injured was not immediately known at the time of reporting.
Police have taken cognisance of the incident and initiated an investigation to determine the cause of the accident.
Baramulla Three-Vehicle Collision: 5 Hurt Near Pattan
In a separate incident in north Kashmir, five people were injured when three vehicles collided near the Zangam Petrol Pump in the Pattan area of Baramulla district. The collision involved a car bearing registration number JK15-9826, a dumper registered as JK15B-0013, and an SUV with registration JK15C-8800 — all carrying Bandipora registration numbers.
Of the five injured, two were referred to JVC Hospital, Srinagar, for advanced treatment, while three others were shifted to Trauma Hospital, Pattan. Traffic movement in the area was briefly disrupted following the crash but was later restored. Police have taken cognisance and begun an investigation.
A Pattern of Road Accidents in J&K
This comes amid a persistent and troubling pattern of road accidents across the union territory. On 28 June, eight Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) personnel and a civilian driver were injured when a bus overturned along the Tarakote route in Reasi district.
Authorities have consistently cited excessive speed, overloading, aggressive driving, mobile phone distractions, and poor road conditions as the primary factors behind accidents in J&K. The mountainous districts of Poonch, Rajouri, Doda, Kishtwar, Reasi, Ramban, and Udhampur are particularly prone to fatal crashes, where narrow, winding roads leave little margin for error.
What Happens Next
Police investigations into both Wednesday's accidents are ongoing. The injured in both incidents are receiving medical care, though their conditions had not been officially confirmed at the time of reporting. Road safety enforcement in J&K remains an ongoing concern, with no immediate announcement of new preventive measures following the latest incidents.
Point of View
And the recurring list of accident-prone districts — Poonch, Rajouri, Reasi, Ramban — has not changed in years. What is missing is not awareness of the problem but a measurable enforcement response: speed surveillance, mandatory vehicle fitness checks, and driver licensing rigour on high-risk corridors. Until accountability moves from police 'cognisance' to verifiable preventive action, the casualty count will keep climbing.
NationPress
1 Jul 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
How many people were injured in the J&K road accidents on 1 July?
At least 30 people were injured in two separate road accidents in Jammu and Kashmir on 1 July. A bus crash in Budgam district injured 25 people, while a three-vehicle collision in Baramulla district hurt five more.
Where did the Budgam bus accident occur?
The Budgam bus accident occurred at Kawnar, near Nasrullahpora in central Kashmir's Budgam district. The bus was travelling from Beerwah to Budgam when it met with the accident; the cause is under investigation.
What happened in the Baramulla accident near Pattan?
Three vehicles — a car, a dumper, and an SUV, all with Bandipora registrations — collided near the Zangam Petrol Pump in the Pattan area of Baramulla district, injuring five people. Two of the injured were referred to JVC Hospital in Srinagar for advanced care.
Are road accidents common in Jammu and Kashmir?
Yes, road accidents are a persistent problem in J&K. Authorities cite excessive speed, overloading, mobile phone use while driving, and poor road conditions as key causes. Mountainous districts such as Poonch, Rajouri, Doda, Kishtwar, Reasi, Ramban, and Udhampur are especially accident-prone.
Was there a recent road accident in J&K before these two incidents?
On 28 June, eight CISF personnel and a civilian driver were injured when a bus overturned along the Tarakote route in Reasi district, just days before the 1 July accidents.
