In a harrowing turn of events, the Delhi-Mumbai-Baroda Expressway became the site of a devastating accident, resulting in the tragic loss of two lives and leaving three critically injured. The incident occurred near Gurugram, casting a somber shadow over the usually bustling expressway.
What Happened?
On Tuesday afternoon, an oil tanker, recklessly driven on the wrong side of the road, collided head-on with a luxury Rolls-Royce near Umri village, under the jurisdiction of the Nagina police station.
- The impact was so severe that the limousine burst into flames almost immediately.
- However, in a miraculous twist, all five occupants of the Rolls-Royce were swiftly rescued by their quick-thinking relatives, who were trailing behind in another vehicle.
The victims of this tragic accident were identified as the tanker driver, Rampreet, and his assistant, Kuldeep. Both hailed from Uttar Pradesh. Their untimely demise in this catastrophic event has left their families and the community in mourning.
The three injured individuals, occupants of the Rolls-Royce, have been identified as Divya and Tasbir from Chandigarh, and Vikas from Delhi. They are currently receiving medical attention at Gurugram’s renowned Medanta Hospital.
Police Intervention and Further Actions
Upon receiving news of the accident, police personnel promptly arrived at the scene.
- Assistant Sub-Inspector Ashok Kumar, the officer in charge of the investigation, mentioned that a formal FIR would be filed post the recording of statements from the injured parties.
- The families of the victims have been duly informed about the unfortunate incident.
A Call for Reflection
Such incidents serve as a grim reminder of the importance of road safety and the dire consequences of negligence.
It’s imperative for drivers to adhere to traffic rules and exercise caution, especially on expressways where vehicles move at high speeds.
How can we collectively work towards making our roads safer?
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