A severe road accident in the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh has brought immense grief to the local community after an ill-fated vehicle crashed near Rohru. The tragic incident occurred at around 8:20 AM at Panu Nala, close to Daroti village in the Nawar belt, when a car carrying passengers met with an accident. The intensity of the crash was so severe that five occupants died on the spot. Among the deceased were a local mother and her son, along with three Nepali citizens. Another Nepali labourer sustained critical injuries in the crash and was referred to Shimla for advanced medical care following initial stabilization.
Victims Identified as Families Plunged Into Mourning
Emergency responders and local residents rushed to the scene immediately following the accident to assist the victims. The local victims were identified as Kushal, son of Pramod, and his mother Kalpana Devi, wife of Pramod, both residents of Daroti village. The sudden demise of two family members has left their household completely devastated. In addition to the local residents, three Nepali citizens also lost their lives in the tragedy, identified as Nirmala, wife of Pawan; Meena, wife of Prem; and Roshni, daughter of Prem. The heartbreaking news rapidly spread across the entire Nawar region, triggering widespread sorrow as inconsolable relatives gathered at the site.
Education Minister Rohit Thakur Expresses Grief
Himachal Pradesh Education Minister Rohit Thakur expressed profound sorrow over the tragic road accident near Daroti village in Tikkar-Nawar. Describing the untimely loss of five lives as exceptionally painful and heartbreaking, he extended his deepest condolences to the bereaved family members. The minister prayed for peace for the departed souls, noting that he stands firmly in solidarity with the grieving families during this dark period and praying that they find the inner strength to endure this irreparable loss.
CM Sukhu Directs Best Possible Medical Care for the Injured
Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu also mourned the tragedy, expressing deep grief over the loss of life. CM Sukhu noted that the report of five people losing their lives and another sustaining injuries after a car crashed near Panu Nala, within the jurisdiction of the Tikkar police post under Rohru police station, was deeply distressing. He directed authorities to ensure comprehensive and high-quality medical treatment for the injured person at the nearest hospital, while wishing for a swift and complete recovery. A heavy pall of gloom has descended upon Daroti and surrounding villages following the calamity, while official confirmation regarding the specific causes of the crash remains awaited.
