New Delhi. A horrific road accident has occurred in Golaghat district of Assam. There was a massive collision between a passenger-laden traveler and a container truck near Kaziranga National Park. 24 people have died in this accident while 11 others are injured. The injured have been admitted to a nearby hospital for treatment, where the condition of some remains critical. The collision was so severe that the traveler was blown to pieces and the container was also badly damaged. The bodies trapped in the Traveler are being taken out. It is being told that about 35 people were traveling in the traveller. Assam Minister Atul Bora is present at the spot and is supervising the relief operations.
VIDEO | Golaghat: Assam Minister Atul Bora visited hospitals treating the victims of a tragic head-on collision near Kaziranga National Park. Bora said, “As per the report, 24 people were killed in bus-truck collision, 11 have been injured, and sent to the Jorhat Medical College and Hospital. The eyewitnesses claimed that the collision happened because of speeding from either of the vehicles. The exact reason for the accident will take place after a probe. The post-mortem investigation of the deceased will take place tomorrow… Chief Minister Himanta Sarma has given instructions for assessing the treatment of the injured in the incident.” (Full video available on PTI Videos –
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At present, information has not been received as to who were the people traveling in the Traveler and where they were going. As soon as the accident happened, there was an outcry at the spot. Local people ran to the spot and started saving people. Later police and other rescue teams reached the spot and started the rescue. According to initial information, this accident happened due to overspeeding. It is being said that the speed of the traveler was very high. Its driver violated the speed control rules applicable in the area around Kaziranga National Park. It has also been revealed that the traveler was issued 12 challans, out of which a fine of Rs 38,500 has been paid and one challan of Rs 4,000 is yet to be paid. This challan was for overspending.
On the other hand, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma is deeply saddened by this accident. He said that I am deeply shocked by this tragic accident. This loss has shaken us all and my deepest condolences to the families who have lost their loved ones. No words can ease their pain, but I want them to know that they are not alone. The whole of Assam stands with him in this hour of grief. Our first priority is to ensure that the injured get the best medical care without any delay. I pray for the speedy recovery of the injured and courage to the bereaved families.