Two pilgrims lost their lives and 14 members of their family sustained injuries in a road accident on the outskirts of Batala city early Friday morning. The incident occurred when the tempo traveller they were traveling in collided with a truck on the Gurdaspur-Batala National Highway (NH) near Udhowal village at around 5 am.
Victims and Family Details
The 16-member family, residents of Mansa district and relatives of Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) leader Nem Chand Chaudhary, was returning from the Vaishno Devi shrine when the collision took place. The deceased have been identified as Bhushan Jain and Bilo Rani. The injured were immediately shifted to nearby hospitals for medical treatment.
Accident Scene and Aftermath
The impact of the collision was severe, leaving the tempo traveller badly mangled. The pilgrims had planned to halt in Amritsar before proceeding to Talwandi Sabo in Bathinda district. Emergency services responded swiftly, transporting the injured to healthcare facilities. Authorities are investigating the cause of the accident, and road safety measures are being reviewed.
This tragic event highlights the dangers of early morning travel on highways. The local administration has assured full support to the affected family. The injured are reported to be in stable condition, receiving necessary care. The incident has sent shockwaves through the community, with condolences pouring in for the victims.
