A tragic incident occurred in Meerut on Saturday when a horse-drawn cart sank in a flooded railway underpass near Bajaut village, resulting in the deaths of a man and his horse. The victim, Rakesh Saini, a resident of Khatta Road in Brahmpuri area, was on his way to collect animal fodder at the time of the accident.
Details of the Incident
According to local reports, the underpass had been flooded due to recent heavy rains. Saini, who worked at a local dairy for his livelihood, was unaware of the depth of the water. As he attempted to cross the underpass, the cart became submerged, and both he and the horse were unable to escape.
Rescue efforts were launched by local authorities and villagers, but by the time the cart was recovered, both Saini and the horse had drowned. The exact depth of the water at the time of the incident has not been officially confirmed, but eyewitnesses reported that the underpass was completely filled with water.
Impact and Response
The incident has raised concerns about the safety of such underpasses during the monsoon season. Local residents have called for better drainage systems and warning signs to prevent similar tragedies. A police official stated, "We are investigating the matter and will take necessary steps to ensure such incidents do not recur."
Saini's family has been informed, and his body has been sent for post-mortem. The horse, a vital asset for his dairy work, also perished in the accident. The community has expressed grief over the loss of life and livelihood.
