Major Traffic Disruption on Nagpur-Chandrapur Highway After Vehicle Collision
A significant traffic snarl unfolded on the busy Nagpur-Chandrapur highway on Thursday afternoon following a collision between an Army truck and a cement mixer vehicle. The incident occurred around 2:30 pm near Mohgaon Phata, under the jurisdiction of the Buti Bori police in Nagpur rural area, leading to extensive disruptions that lasted for several hours.
Details of the Accident
According to preliminary police reports, both vehicles were traveling from Nagpur towards Chandrapur when the accident happened. The Army truck had just exited the DRDO camp at Mohgaon and was entering the main highway. At that moment, a speeding cement mixer truck approached from behind at high velocity and rammed into the Army vehicle.
The impact of the collision caused substantial damage to the Army truck, which immediately blocked a portion of the carriageway. This obstruction resulted in massive traffic congestion, with long queues of vehicles forming in both directions. The severe snarl persisted for hours, significantly hampering the flow of traffic on this crucial route.
Police Response and Traffic Clearance
Personnel from the Buti Bori police station swiftly responded to the scene to manage the situation. They deployed a Hydra crane to remove the damaged Army truck from the road, facilitating the clearance process. Through their efforts, normal traffic movement was restored relatively quickly. Police sources confirmed that the snarl was completely cleared, allowing vehicles to pass through the area without further delays.
Investigation and Official Recording
Fortunately, no casualties or serious injuries were reported in the accident, as stated by the police. In terms of legal proceedings, no criminal FIR was registered in the case. The incident was officially recorded as a routine road accident in the CCTNS (Crime and Criminal Tracking Network & Systems) system for administrative purposes. However, an investigation has been initiated to ascertain the exact cause of the collision, focusing on factors such as speed and road conditions.
This event highlights the ongoing challenges of road safety on major highways, even in the absence of severe injuries. Authorities continue to monitor such incidents to improve traffic management and prevent future occurrences.
