Bus collided with trailer during overtaking in Jodhpur, 6 people tragically killed
A private bus on its way from Jodhpur to Sanchore collided with a trailer during overtaking, resulting in the deaths of six individuals and injuries to over seven passengers.
A tragic road accident occurred in Rajasthan's Jodhpur district involving a private bus that was en route to Sanchore. The incident took place near Sarwadi village when the bus collided with a trailer while attempting to overtake. The impact of the collision was severe, leading to the complete destruction of the driver's side of the bus and causing significant injuries to passengers, including serious cases among them. Six fatalities have been confirmed, including two young children, with one unidentified victim still pending recognition.
Local villagers responded immediately by performing rescue operations, using emergency exits and broken glass to help trapped passengers escape the wreckage. Initial medical assistance was provided in Balotara, where injured passengers were treated before being transported to the MDM Hospital in Jodhpur for further care. The accident has raised community concerns regarding road safety measures in the region, particularly involving heavy vehicles like trailers on busy travel routes.
This accident highlights the ongoing challenges faced by road safety regulators and the need for stricter enforcement of traffic regulations to prevent such tragic incidents in the future. The involvement of heavy vehicles in passenger bus accidents is a point of particular concern, prompting calls for investigations and changes in policy to enhance passenger safety on Indiaโs roadways. The fatalities and injuries from this incident serve as a grim reminder of the dangers present on Indian roads, especially during peak travel times.