In a devastating incident that unfolded in the early hours of Monday, a heart-wrenching collision between a truck and a pick-up van in the Goda Pulia area of Chhattisgarh’s Balodabazar district resulted in the loss of six lives, including that of a young child. Around 25 individuals were also left injured and are currently undergoing treatment at the Balodabazar district hospital.
The ill-fated pick-up van, carrying approximately 30 passengers, was traveling along the Balodabazar national highway when the tragic accident occurred. Among the deceased victims were five women and the aforementioned child. Their lifeless bodies have been transported for post-mortem examinations to ascertain the exact cause of their demise. Authorities at the Palari police station have promptly taken note of the incident and launched an investigation to determine the circumstances that led to this horrific collision. The police are meticulously examining all available evidence and gathering eyewitness accounts to reconstruct the sequence of events accurately.
This unfortunate incident has cast a pall of gloom over the Balodabazar district, as the community grapples with the loss of innocent lives. As the injured victims receive medical attention, their families and loved ones anxiously await updates on their condition. The local authorities and law enforcement agencies are committed to uncovering the truth behind this tragedy and ensuring that those responsible for the accident are held accountable. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of road safety and the need for rigorous enforcement of traffic regulations to prevent such calamities in the future.