A horrific road accident on the Bharatmala Expressway in Rajasthan's Balotra district has claimed the life of a trailer driver, who was burnt alive after his vehicle veered out of control and caught fire. The tragic incident occurred on Monday night in the Mandali police station area.
The Fatal Collision and Immediate Aftermath
According to police reports, the trailer was travelling from Gujarat when the driver lost control. The vehicle then rammed into a divider on the expressway near Rodwa village. The impact was so severe that it triggered a massive fire, instantly engulfing the heavy vehicle. The intensity of the blaze left the driver with no opportunity to escape, leading to his tragic death at the spot. His identity remains unknown and is yet to be confirmed by authorities.
Emergency Response and Ongoing Investigation
Teams from the Mandali police and the fire brigade rushed to the location upon receiving alerts. They managed to bring the raging inferno under control within 30 minutes of their arrival. Officer Kiran Kumar from the Mandali police station provided details of the response, confirming the trailer's origin and the immediate fire post-crash.
Preliminary investigations reveal that the trailer was loaded with sacks containing a white powder chemical. The exact nature of this chemical is currently under investigation, as it may have contributed to the rapid spread of the flames. Police stated that the fire spread rapidly due to the force of the collision.
Key Questions and Safety Concerns
The accident on this crucial expressway corridor raises serious questions about road safety and the transportation of potentially hazardous materials. Authorities are focusing on several key areas:
- Determining the exact cause of the driver losing control.
- Identifying the chemical substance to understand its role in the fire's intensity.
- Formally establishing the identity of the deceased driver.
This tragic event underscores the dangers faced by long-haul drivers and highlights the need for stringent safety protocols, especially when transporting materials that could exacerbate accident scenarios.
