Feb 14 • 12:05 UTC 🇮🇳 India Aaj Tak (Hindi)

A Moment's Nap, 5 Lives Lost... Terrible Road Accident on Jaipur Highway

A devastating road accident on the Kota-Jaipur National Highway claims five lives early Saturday morning.

In a tragic incident on Saturday morning around 5:30 AM, five individuals lost their lives in a horrific road accident in the Chaksu area of Jaipur. The victims, residents of Jabalpur, were on a religious pilgrimage to Ujjain for the Mahakaleshwar Mahadev darshan and were en route to Khatushyamji when the driver fell asleep at the wheel, causing their car to crash into a trailer ahead. The collision was so severe that the car was completely wrecked, highlighting the dangers of road fatigue and the need for alert driving, especially on long journeys.

According to police reports, four passengers including a woman died at the scene, while one young man succumbed to his injuries while being transported to the hospital. The deceased have been identified as Reshma Srivastava, Piyush Rai, Rahul Rajak, Shanu, and the driver Anurag. This accident not only resulted in the tragic loss of life but also led to temporary traffic disruption on the busy national highway, emphasizing the impact of road accidents on public safety and transport in the region.

Emergency services and local police were quick to respond to the accident, arriving on-site to handle the situation and manage traffic. This incident serves as a grim reminder of the potential hazards on the road, prompting calls for increased vigilance among drivers, particularly those traveling long distances. The community mourns the loss, as families are left to cope with the aftermath of this heartbreaking event.

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