A tragic road accident occurred in the Sitapur district of Uttar Pradesh when a speeding truck collided with a tractor-trolley carrying devotees. The heavy impact caused the tractor-trolley to overturn on the road, leading to the deaths of five people and leaving seventeen others seriously injured. Local authorities and police forces rushed to the spot immediately to launch rescue operations.
Devotees returning from a tonsure ceremony in Hardoi
The victims were returning home after attending a tonsure ceremony in the Hardoi district when the accident took place near Himmatnagar within the Pisawa police station limits. A fast-moving truck rammed into the tractor-trolley from behind, throwing it off balance and causing it to flip over. Five individuals lost their lives after getting trapped underneath the heavy vehicle.
Victims belonged to Bargawan village
According to reports, all the affected individuals were residents of Bargawan village located within the Pisawa police station jurisdiction. The devastating crash created panic and chaos throughout the entire area. Upon receiving information about the incident, local police teams along with villagers quickly arrived at the scene to assist in pulling out the trapped passengers.
Injured shifted to medical centers for treatment
With the help of local residents, the police rescued the injured victims from beneath the overturned vehicle and rushed them to the Pisawa health center for initial medical attention. Due to the severity of their conditions, the injured were later transferred to the Maholi health center for advanced treatment. Authorities fear that the death toll could potentially rise as several victims remain in critical condition.
