Three Siblings Killed, Father Injured in Horrific Trailer Crash on NH-27 in Bundi
A devastating road accident on National Highway-27 in Bundi district has resulted in the tragic deaths of three young siblings and left their father seriously injured. The incident occurred late Wednesday night under the jurisdiction of the Dabi police station, sending shockwaves through the local community.
Details of the Fatal Collision
According to police reports, Madan Banjara was riding his motorcycle towards his village, Prarana, with his three children when a fast-moving trailer struck their vehicle from behind. The impact of the collision was severe, dragging all four individuals along the road surface. Tragically, the three children died on the spot, while Madan sustained serious injuries and was promptly rushed to a hospital in Kota for emergency medical treatment.
The deceased have been identified as Ankit Banjara (8 years old), Karan Banjara (12 years old), and Suman (6 years old). Circle Inspector Hemraj Sharma of Dabi police station stated that the trailer was allegedly being driven at an excessively high speed when the driver lost control, leading directly to the fatal collision. The driver fled the scene immediately after the accident, abandoning the vehicle, which was later seized by law enforcement authorities.
Community Outrage and Highway Blockade
The horrific accident triggered immediate and intense protests from villagers and family members. In a display of grief and anger, they gathered at the accident site and staged a protest by placing the bodies on the slip lane of NH-27. This agitation effectively blocked traffic on the busy national highway for over an hour, causing significant disruption and long queues of vehicles on both sides of the road.
Protesters voiced their frustration, alleging that frequent accidents occur on this particular stretch of highway due to rampant over-speeding by heavy vehicles. Their demands were clear and urgent: the immediate arrest of the absconding driver and adequate compensation for the victims' grieving family.
Police Response and Investigation
Deputy Superintendent of Police Rajesh Tailor addressed the protesters, assuring them of strict legal action against the responsible driver and appropriate assistance for the family as per established norms. Following these assurances, the highway blockade was lifted, allowing traffic to resume normal flow.
Police have confirmed that efforts are actively underway to trace and arrest the driver who fled the scene. The post-mortem examinations of the deceased children were conducted on Thursday morning, after which the bodies were handed over to the family for last rites. Meanwhile, the injured father, Madan Banjara, remains under medical treatment at the Kota hospital. Authorities have reported that he is now out of danger and recovering from his injuries.
This tragic incident highlights ongoing concerns about road safety on India's national highways, particularly regarding speeding heavy vehicles and enforcement measures. The community's protest underscores the urgent need for improved traffic regulation and accident prevention strategies in vulnerable areas.
