Five Killed in Two Devastating Highway Accidents in Rajasthan

Bikaner/Pali, January 24 : Rajasthan witnessed two separate and tragic highway accidents that claimed five lives and left multiple people injured. These accidents occurred on the Bikaner-Jaipur National Highway near Keetasar village and near Dhola village in Pali district, highlighting the growing concern over road safety on the state’s busy highways.

Keetasar Accident: Bus and Car Collision Claims Three Lives

The first accident occurred on Friday morning near Keetasar village along the Bikaner-Jaipur National Highway. A private bus traveling towards Jaipur collided head-on with a car coming from Bikaner. The impact of the crash was catastrophic, trapping the car’s passengers inside the mangled vehicle.

Victims:
The collision claimed the lives of:

• Bala Kanwar, a resident of Rajiyasar,
• Arif, the car’s driver from Padihara,
• Buli Kanwar, Bala Kanwar’s daughter, who succumbed to injuries later at the hospital.

Eyewitnesses reported heartbreaking scenes as the victims, trapped in the car, pleaded for water moments before losing consciousness. Rescuers had to cut through the wreckage to retrieve the victims. While Bala Kanwar and Arif were declared dead at the scene, Buli Kanwar was rushed to the Sridungargarh Government Hospital, where she died during treatment.

The private bus, traveling at high speed, sustained minor damage, and its passengers escaped with no major injuries. Local authorities are investigating the cause of the accident, with initial reports suggesting driver negligence and overspeeding as possible factors.

Dhola Accident: Speeding Trailer Crushes Jeep, Two Dead

The second fatal accident occurred late Thursday night near Dhola village in the Sanderav police jurisdiction of Pali district. A speeding trailer collided with a jeep, leading to the deaths of two young men and critically injuring two others.

Victims Identified:

• Deceased:
  • Ramaram (29), son of Sonaram,
  • Bhuraram (27), son of Mularam Babri,
    Both were residents of Chanod village.
• Injured:
  • Suresh Meena (30),
  • Ratanlal Babri (28),
    Both were rushed to Bangar Hospital, Pali, and later referred to Jodhpur due to their critical condition.

The collision left the jeep completely mangled, requiring extensive efforts to extract the victims. The trailer, suspected to be speeding, caused a devastating impact that left the jeep unrecognizable.

Recurring Road Tragedies Call for Urgent Action

These back-to-back accidents underline the urgent need for improved road safety measures in Rajasthan. Both incidents involved high speeds and inadequate adherence to traffic regulations, factors that frequently contribute to such fatalities.

The Bikaner-Jaipur Highway and other busy routes in the state have become hotspots for accidents due to increasing vehicular traffic, overspeeding, and insufficient infrastructure.

Authorities Respond to the Crises

Local officials have emphasized the importance of stricter enforcement of speed limits and regular monitoring of highways to prevent such tragedies. Recommendations include:

• Installing advanced speed-monitoring systems.
• Expanding emergency response capabilities on highways.
• Educating drivers about road safety and adherence to traffic laws.

Both incidents have prompted investigations, with reports expected to be filed soon. The state government is being urged to expedite safety initiatives and enhance highway infrastructure to ensure the safety of commuters.