Four Lives Lost in Tragic Highway Collision Near Alwar
A devastating road accident on the Agra-Jaipur National Highway (NH) in Bharatpur district resulted in the deaths of four individuals, including a mother and her young son, in the early hours of Thursday. The incident occurred around 2:30 AM when a sleeper bus collided with a stationary trailer truck parked on Sewar bridge.
Severe Impact and Rescue Operations
The collision was of such intensity that the front section of the bus was completely demolished, trapping several passengers beneath the seats. Police and emergency relief teams worked tirelessly to extract the bodies and rescue the injured from the wreckage. Their efforts were crucial in managing the aftermath of this horrific event.
Details of the Victims and Injured
The deceased have been identified as:
- Geeta (38) and her son Kanha (8), residents of Mathura, Uttar Pradesh.
- Mukkhan Singh (28), the bus driver from Alwar.
- Muslim (40), son of Ismail, a resident of Kasganj, Uttar Pradesh.
Among the five injured passengers is Ramveer (42), Geeta's husband, who is currently receiving medical care. All injured individuals are reported to be in stable condition and are undergoing treatment at RBM Hospital in Bharatpur.
Preliminary Investigation Findings
According to Bharat Singh Joiya, Project Director of the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), initial investigations point to multiple contributing factors:
- The bus driver was allegedly engaged in a phone conversation at the time of the accident.
- Poor visibility due to dense fog hampered the driver's ability to see the road ahead clearly.
- Critical safety lapses were noted, as no warning signs or reflectors were placed behind the parked trailer truck, making it nearly invisible to oncoming traffic.
Journey and Broader Implications
The ill-fated bus was en route from Kasganj in Uttar Pradesh to Jaipur, carrying passengers on a routine overnight journey. This tragic incident underscores the persistent challenges of road safety on India's national highways, particularly during night travel and adverse weather conditions. Authorities are likely to review safety protocols and enforcement measures to prevent similar occurrences in the future.
