Bijnor Horror: 1 Dead, 24 Injured as Family Trip Turns Tragic
A tragic collision between a tractor-trolley and a DCM vehicle in Bijnor leaves one dead and two dozen injured. Read the full details here.
A celebratory journey to Haridwar turned into a nightmare in Bijnor, Uttar Pradesh, after a devastating Bijnor road accident claimed one life and left nearly two dozen people injured. A family traveling for a child's tonsure ceremony was involved in a violent collision between a tractor-trolley and a speeding DCM vehicle.
A Wrong Turn in the Dark
The tragedy unfolded under the cover of darkness. The family had boarded a tractor-trolley, heading toward the holy city of Haridwar for a religious ceremony. However, the driver reportedly lost his way in the dark, leading the vehicle to enter the wrong side of the highway.
While the tractor-trolley was navigating the wrong lane, it collided head-on with a DCM vehicle that was traveling at high speed. The force of the impact was catastrophic, leaving the tractor-trolley mangled and its passengers scattered.
Casualties and Critical Injuries
The driver of the tractor-trolley, identified as Jitu Kumar, a resident of Nagina in Bijnor, died on the spot. The collision left approximately two dozen other passengers injured, many of whom were family members.
Emergency services and local residents rushed to the scene to provide immediate assistance. The injured were quickly transported to the district hospital for urgent medical attention. According to reports, two individuals remain in critical condition and are fighting for their lives under close medical supervision.
Police Action and Recovery
Following the crash, the local police arrived at the site to manage the chaos and secure the area. The body of the deceased, Jitu Kumar, was sent for a post-mortem examination to complete the legal formalities.
While the severely injured continue to receive treatment at the hospital, authorities have ensured that those who sustained only minor injuries were safely transported back to their respective homes.