Tragic Road Accident Claims Lives of Three Tourists in Ganderbal, J&K
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Synopsis
A tragic road accident in Ganderbal, J&K, resulted in the death of three tourists and left 14 others injured. The incident highlights ongoing concerns about road safety and traffic violations in the region.
Key Takeaways
- Three tourists lost their lives in a road accident.
- 14 others were injured and received medical treatment.
- The accident involved a head-on collision between a car and a bus.
- Traffic officials are focusing on enhancing road safety measures.
- Penalties for traffic violations have been established.
Srinagar, March 23 (NationPress) Three tourists tragically lost their lives and 14 others sustained injuries in a road mishap on Sunday in the Ganderbal district of Jammu and Kashmir.
According to officials, the fatal incident occurred when a car transporting tourists collided head-on with a bus in the Kulan area of Gund.
“The vehicle carrying the tourists crashed into a bus traveling in the opposite direction. An immediate rescue operation was launched involving police, Border Roads Organisation (BRO) personnel, and local civilians. While three tourists perished in this tragic accident, the injured were transported to a nearby hospital, with the critically hurt individuals later moved to Srinagar for specialized care,” the officials mentioned.
More information is pending.
On March 20, nine tourists suffered injuries when an overspeeding mini-bus lost control and overturned on the road in the Mirbazar area of Kulgam district.
Officials from the traffic department attribute these accidents to factors such as overspeeding, overloading, poor road conditions, and road rage.
Authorities from the transport department have outlined the penalties for such violations.
Penalties include the cancellation of driving licenses for reckless and negligent driving, revocation of vehicle registrations for minors, and potential imprisonment for parents who allow their children to drive.
The traffic department has confiscated over 3,000 vehicles, encompassing cars, SUVs, motorcycles, and Scooties involved in traffic violations.
Fuel stations throughout J&K have been instructed not to sell fuel to motorcyclists who arrive without helmets.
As part of a safe driving initiative, the department has been distributing helmets to two-wheeler operators and their passengers. Traffic officials note that while motorcycle operators frequently wear helmets, passengers often neglect this safety measure.
“This behavior jeopardizes the lives of your loved ones. A responsible driver will prioritize the safety of their passenger,” a senior police officer stated.
Special traffic squads have been deployed along the Srinagar-Jammu national highway to enforce strict adherence to road safety regulations.
Long traffic snarls on this vital highway are often caused by vehicles attempting to bypass the queue at a narrow section between Ramshoo and Ramban.
