Synopsis
On March 10, a tragic collision on a National Highway in Basti, Uttar Pradesh, claimed five lives when a truck collided with a car. CM Yogi Adityanath expressed condolences and has directed officials to ensure proper medical care for the injured.Key Takeaways
- Five fatalities resulted from a truck-car collision.
- High-speed truck involved in the incident.
- The accident left three passengers critically injured.
- Local police initiated immediate rescue operations.
- CM Yogi Adityanath has expressed his condolences.
New Delhi, March 10 (NationPress) A tragic accident occurred on the National Highway in Basti, Uttar Pradesh, resulting in the death of five individuals when a truck collided with their car on Monday.
The accident happened as a high-speed truck, with the registration RJ18GB5710, was en route to Ayodhya. In a lane change maneuver, the truck struck a car that was traveling in the opposite direction, coming from Ayodhya towards Basti.
The force of the crash was catastrophic. Five of the eight occupants in the car were pronounced dead at the scene following the collision. The remaining passengers suffered serious injuries, with three reported to be in critical condition.
The injured were swiftly transported to the district hospital for urgent medical care, and their conditions are currently being monitored.
Local law enforcement arrived promptly after a distress call was received. They initiated rescue efforts and later transported the deceased for post-mortem examinations to ascertain the exact cause of death. Investigations are underway to determine the factors leading to the accident, focusing on the truck's excessive speed and lane change.
This incident occurred on the National Highway under the jurisdiction of the Nagar Police Station, near Gotwa Bazaar. The shocking event has left the local community in turmoil, prompting authorities to investigate potential negligence or road conditions contributing to the tragedy.
Residents have voiced their grief over the significant loss of life and have called on officials to implement stricter measures to enhance road safety, particularly on heavily trafficked highways.
As inquiries proceed, families of the deceased and injured are being supported by the local community.
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has acknowledged the tragedy and expressed his condolences to the victims' families. In his statement, the Chief Minister extended his heartfelt sympathies and instructed district officials to accelerate relief efforts, ensuring that the injured receive immediate and adequate medical attention.
