Labourer Killed in High-Speed Collision, Vehicles Gutted
A tragic road accident claimed the life of a young man in Hyderabad on Thursday night, drawing grim parallels to a recent deadly bus fire in Kurnool. The victim, identified as Karan, a 30-year-old labourer from Bihar, succumbed to injuries after his motorcycle collided with a DCM vehicle carrying CRPF personnel.
Sequence of a Fatal Crash
The incident occurred in the Cherlapally industrial area. According to police, Karan was riding at a high speed and attempted to overtake the DCM vehicle. In the process, he lost control of his motorcycle and crashed into the larger vehicle. The impact was severe, causing Karan to fall under the rear tyre of the DCM and sustain critical injuries.
The collision had a catastrophic secondary effect. The force of the crash caused petrol to leak from the motorcycle's fuel tank. This leaking fuel ignited, sparking a fire that quickly engulfed both the bike and the DCM vehicle. The flames spread rapidly, creating a dangerous scene on the road.
Rescue Efforts and Aftermath
Firefighters from the Cherlapally fire station rushed to the location and managed to bring the blaze under control. However, their efforts could not save the vehicles, which were completely gutted by the intense fire. Fortunately, the CRPF personnel inside the DCM escaped without any harm.
Karan was immediately rushed to Gandhi Hospital for emergency treatment. Despite medical efforts, he succumbed to his severe injuries. A senior officer from the Cherlapally police station confirmed his death during treatment.
In response to the incident, the Cherlapally police have registered a case. The charges have been filed under BNS sections 125A, for a negligent act endangering the life of others, and 281, for rash driving.
Echoes of Kurnool and Recurring Safety Issues
This fatal accident has inevitably drawn comparisons to the major tragedy on the Hyderabad–Bengaluru highway near Kurnool just days prior. In that incident, a collision led to a private bus catching fire, resulting in the deaths of 20 people.
The similarity in both cases—the intensity of the flames and the rapid spread of fire—highlights a recurring and grave safety concern on highways and busy roads in the region. These back-to-back incidents are prompting urgent questions about vehicle safety standards, driver behaviour, and emergency response protocols to prevent such devastating loss of life in the future.
