A tragic road accident at a toll plaza in West Bengal's Burdwan district on Saturday resulted in the death of a private company's general manager and left another executive critically injured. The fatal collision occurred when their car rammed into the rear of a stationary truck.
Details of the Fatal Burdwan Collision
The incident took place at the Banskhopa toll plaza. According to police reports, the car was travelling from Kalyani to a private hotel in Muchipara for a business meeting when the driver failed to notice the stationary truck and crashed into it from behind. The impact was severe, claiming the life of the driver on the spot.
Victims Identified, One Succumbs to Injuries
The deceased executive has been identified as Gautam Jana (50), a resident of Rajarhat. The injured general manager, Sandeep Chakraborty, hails from Kalyani in the Nadia district. Chakraborty was rushed to a nearby hospital where he is currently undergoing treatment for critical injuries sustained in the crash.
Police Investigation Underway
Officials from the Kanksa police station and the local traffic guard immediately rushed to the accident site to manage the situation and begin an investigation. While the primary cause appears to be a collision with a stationary vehicle, authorities are looking into all possible factors, including driver fatigue, speed, and visibility conditions at the toll plaza.
The accident has once again highlighted the dangers on national highways and near toll collection points, where sudden stops and congested traffic can lead to such devastating outcomes. The local community and the company colleagues are in mourning following the sudden loss.
