A couple died on the spot in a road accident on National Highway No. 54 at Naushehra Pannuan village on Sunday. The deceased were identified as Nirmal Singh (55) and his wife Narinder Kaur (50), residents of Goindwal Sahib.
Details of the Accident
The accident occurred when a bus belonging to New Deep Company hit the motorcycle carrying the couple. They were on their way to attend a wedding at Bhattal Farm in Naushehra Pannuan. As they turned their motorcycle at a T-point, a speeding bus (registration number PB-04 AC 7178) rammed into them. Both Nirmal Singh and Narinder Kaur died on the spot.
Legal Action Taken
Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) Salwinder Singh of the Sarhali police station said a case has been registered against the bus driver, Sukha Singh, a resident of Jandwala Mira Sangla in Fazilka district, under Sections 106(1), 106(2) and 281 of the BNS. The driver has been arrested by the police.
Impact and Response
The tragic incident has left the local community in shock. The couple was reportedly well-known in their village. Traffic safety on NH-54 has been a concern, with locals demanding better enforcement of speed limits and road safety measures. The police investigation is ongoing.
