Synopsis
A tragic road accident in Nagaur, Rajasthan, led to the death of three students from NLU Jodhpur and left 24 others injured when their bus overturned after colliding with a trailer. The incident highlights concerns over road safety and the need for investigations into the causes of such accidents.Key Takeaways
- Three students lost their lives in a bus accident.
- 24 students were injured in the incident.
- The accident occurred near Burdi Phante at 5:30 a.m.
- Authorities are investigating the cause of the crash.
- Emergency services responded swiftly to the scene.
Jaipur, March 11 (NationPress) A devastating road incident resulted in the loss of three students and left 24 others injured when a Volvo bus, transporting students from the National Law University (NLU) Jodhpur, overturned near Laldas Ji Maharaj Dham in Nagaur, Rajasthan, on Tuesday morning, officials reported.
The mishap occurred around 5:30 a.m. near Burdi Phante when the bus, traveling from Chandigarh to Jodhpur, collided with a trailer. The force of the crash was so intense that the bus overturned, resulting in multiple casualties.
The deceased students have been identified as Harshit, Aarushi, and Aarav, all hailing from Jodhpur.
Emergency responders and local authorities quickly arrived at the scene, and the injured students were promptly transported to JLN Hospital in Nagaur for medical care.
Hospital officials indicated that several students suffered serious injuries, while others were receiving treatment for minor wounds.
Police from Surpalia station confirmed the details, stating that the severity of the collision caused the bus to overturn, leading to significant damage.
Authorities are currently investigating the factors that contributed to the crash, including potential over-speeding or driver fatigue.
In an unrelated incident, a high-speed car overturned on Bikaner Road around 1:30 a.m. on Monday night, resulting in the deaths of four youths.
Law enforcement officials are examining both accidents to establish the precise causes and to enforce road safety measures.
Nagaur MP Hanuman Beniwal expressed his condolences on X, stating, “The loss of Sushil Jat, Mehram Jat, Mahendra Jat, and Revantram Jat, residents of Barani, in an accident involving a car overturning near Barani late last night is deeply saddening. Mahendra and Dinesh, injured in this incident, are being treated in Bikaner, and doctors have been instructed to provide them with optimal care. May the departed souls find peace and may the injured recover swiftly.
