A tragic road accident claimed the life of a lorry driver in Bengaluru on Monday when his massive vehicle plunged into Bidaraguppe Lake. The incident has raised serious concerns about road safety measures in the area.
Details of the Tragic Incident
The accident occurred on June 24, 2024 when a 12-wheeler lorry carrying construction materials lost control and fell into Bidaraguppe Lake. The driver, identified as 48-year-old Manjunath, was trapped inside the vehicle and died at the scene.
According to police reports, the incident took place in the Uttarahalli area of Bengaluru. Local residents who witnessed the accident immediately alerted emergency services. Fire and emergency personnel rushed to the location to conduct rescue operations.
Rescue Operations and Investigation
Rescue teams worked for several hours to retrieve both the vehicle and the driver's body from the lake. The operation proved challenging due to the depth of the water and the size of the heavy vehicle.
Police have registered a case and initiated a thorough investigation into the circumstances that led to the fatal accident. Preliminary reports suggest that mechanical failure or driver error might have caused the vehicle to veer off the road and into the water body.
Authorities from the Uttarahalli police station are examining the accident site and have spoken to several eyewitnesses. The lorry has been taken into custody for further technical inspection to determine the exact cause of the mishap.
Community Response and Safety Concerns
The tragic death of Manjunath has sparked concerns among local residents about the safety of roads near water bodies in Bengaluru. Many have pointed out the absence of adequate safety barriers along certain stretches of road that run close to lakes and other water bodies.
This incident highlights the ongoing challenges of road safety in rapidly developing urban areas. The police have urged drivers of heavy vehicles to exercise extra caution, particularly when navigating roads near water bodies or in areas with limited visibility.
The family of the deceased driver has been notified, and the body has been sent for postmortem examination. The local community has expressed shock and grief over the unfortunate incident, calling for improved safety measures to prevent similar tragedies in the future.
