Midnight Chaos: Bus Slams Into Tractor on Delhi-Dehradun Expressway
Six passengers injured after a bus hits a wood-laden tractor on the Delhi-Dehradun Expressway in Saharanpur. Read more about the midnight crash.
Panic gripped passengers late at night when a passenger bus collided with a tractor on the Delhi-Dehradun Expressway in Saharanpur. The accident, which occurred within the jurisdiction of the Nagal police station, left six people injured and sent shockwaves through the commuters on board.
The Midnight Collision
The incident unfolded around 12:00 AM when the authorities were alerted via the Dial-112 emergency service. According to Deoband Circle Officer Amit Singh, the collision happened when the speeding bus struck the rear of a tractor that was heavily loaded with wood.
At the moment of impact, there were approximately 39 passengers traveling in the bus. The sudden crash triggered immediate panic among the travelers as the vehicle jolted to a halt on the expressway.
Rescue and Medical Response
Responding swiftly to the emergency call, officers from the Nagal police station rushed to the site to assess the situation and manage the crowd. Emergency responders acted quickly to provide aid to those hurt in the crash.
- Injuries: Six passengers sustained minor injuries during the collision.
- Medical Aid: All injured individuals were immediately transported to the district hospital for necessary treatment.
- Current Status: Hospital officials have confirmed that the condition of all six injured passengers is currently stable.
Traffic and Law Enforcement Action
Following the accident, law enforcement agencies worked to ensure that the situation did not escalate. Police maintained order at the scene to prevent further congestion or chaos on the high-speed corridor.
Authorities have since cleared the wreckage and debris from the road. Traffic flow on the Delhi-Dehradun Expressway has been fully restored to normal operations, allowing commuters to proceed without further delay.