In a tragic incident on the Churu-Bikaner highway in Rajasthan, three people were charred to death and five others sustained severe injuries after an SUV collided with a dumper truck. The collision caused the SUV to catch fire immediately, leading to the fatalities.
Accident Details
The accident occurred late Tuesday night near the village of Rajgarh in Churu district. According to police, the SUV was traveling from Bikaner towards Churu when it rammed into the stationary dumper truck from behind. The impact was so severe that the SUV's fuel tank ruptured, sparking a massive fire.
Victims and Rescue Operation
Three occupants of the SUV were trapped inside and burned beyond recognition. Five others were rescued by locals and rushed to a nearby hospital with critical burn injuries. The injured have been identified as residents of Bikaner.
Police and fire brigade teams arrived at the scene and extinguished the fire. The bodies have been sent for post-mortem, and an investigation is underway to determine the exact cause of the accident.
Rising Road Accidents in Rajasthan
This incident adds to the growing number of road accidents in Rajasthan, often attributed to overspeeding, negligence, and poor road conditions. Authorities have urged drivers to exercise caution and follow traffic rules to prevent such tragedies.
