Tragic Bus Accident in Jodhpur Claims One Life, Angry Crowd Sets Vehicle on Fire

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Himanshu Tiwari

Tragic Bus Accident in Jodhpur Claims One Life, Angry Crowd Sets Vehicle on Fire

Jodhpur, April 4: A tragic road accident in the Keru area of Jodhpur resulted in the death of a 35-year-old motorcyclist on Saturday. The incident sparked outrage, leading an angry crowd to set the involved bus ablaze. Police deployed additional forces to control the situation.

The accident occurred near the Lordi bus stand, where a speeding public transport bus collided with a motorcycle en route from Jodhpur to Jaisalmer.

The deceased has been identified as Rajuram (35), son of Punaram Bheel, a resident of Lordi Dejgara village. According to police, the impact of the collision was so severe that the victim had no chance of survival and died at the scene.

Police officials reported that the accident took place around 4 PM. Eyewitnesses alleged that the bus was being driven recklessly, and the driver lost control near the bus stand, resulting in the crash.

Tensions escalated quickly after the accident as villagers gathered at the scene, chanting slogans against the bus driver. In a fit of rage, the crowd set the bus on fire, reducing it to ashes. Firefighters were called to extinguish the flames.

Police and administrative officials arrived at the scene and successfully calmed the crowd. Additional police forces were deployed to restore order, and the situation was eventually brought under control.

Authorities have taken possession of the body for post-mortem examination. A case has been registered against the bus driver and conductor, who are currently at large. A search operation is underway for their arrest.

Villagers claim that buses on this route often drive at high speeds and recklessly, leading to frequent accidents. They assert that despite previous incidents, no concrete action has been taken by authorities.

This incident has once again raised concerns about road safety and the need for stricter enforcement against reckless driving in the area.

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