A devastating road accident late Thursday night on the busy Mysuru-Bengaluru highway has resulted in the tragic loss of two lives and left one person injured. The collision involved a car and a stationary container truck on the service road near Gejjalagere in Maddur taluk, Mandya district.
Details of the Fatal Collision
The incident occurred when the car, carrying three individuals, rammed into a parked container truck. The impact of the crash was severe. Ashok, a 35-year-old resident of Yattaganahalli near Mandya, died on the spot due to the force of the collision. The driver of the car, Govindaraju, aged 33 and also from Mandya, sustained critical injuries. He was rushed to MIMS Hospital but later succumbed to his wounds. The third occupant, Dinesh, survived with injuries and is currently receiving medical treatment at the same hospital, according to police officials.
Police Investigation and Response
Preliminary reports from the Maddur traffic police indicate that the trio was on their way to a hotel for dinner when the accident took place. Senior police officers, including DySP Yashwanth Kumar and CPI Naveen Kumar, along with traffic PSI Rangaswamy, promptly visited the accident scene to oversee the investigation. The Maddur traffic police have registered a formal case, and a thorough probe is underway to determine the exact cause of the tragic Mysuru-Bengaluru highway crash. Investigators will examine factors such as visibility, driver fatigue, and the reason for the truck being stationary on the service road.
Community Impact and Safety Concerns
This fatal car accident in Mandya has sent shockwaves through the local community, highlighting persistent road safety issues on one of Karnataka's major arterial highways. The Gejjalagere accident spot has once again brought attention to the dangers on service roads, especially during night hours. Such incidents raise urgent questions about parking norms for heavy vehicles, adequate lighting, and driver awareness on high-speed corridors. The loss of two young lives underscores the critical need for stricter enforcement of traffic regulations and public vigilance to prevent similar tragedies in the future.
