Dausa-Manoharpur Highway Accident: In a heartbreaking road accident in Rajasthan, at least 10 devotees, including children, lost their lives and 22 others sustained injuries when a passenger pick-up collided head-on with a trailer truck on the Dausa-Manoharpur Highway in the early hours of Wednesday. The victims were returning from the Khatu Shyam Temple, a popular pilgrimage site for devotees from across the country.
How the Tragedy Unfolded
The fatal collision occurred near Bapi, Dausa district, around 3 AM. According to police, the impact of the crash was so severe that several passengers died on the spot, while others were left critically injured. Nine victims in serious condition were rushed to SMS Hospital, Jaipur, while others received treatment at the Dausa District Hospital.
Authorities’ Statements
Dausa SP Sagan Rana confirmed the details of the tragedy, stating,
“We received information about devotees returning from Khatu Shyam Temple who met with an accident. So far, 10 people have died, and several injured have been referred to Jaipur for treatment.”
Dausa District Collector Devendra Kumar added,
“According to initial reports, 10 people have lost their lives. The accident involved a passenger pick-up and a trailer truck. Nine injured have been referred to SMS Hospital, while three are being treated locally.”
Series of Road Accidents in Rajasthan
The incident comes just a day after another fatal accident in Rajasthan’s Jalore district, where a bus-bicycle collision in Sanchore killed two people. The bus, traveling from Barmer to Palanpur, hit a motorcycle near Ranodar village, killing both riders instantly. Shockingly, moments after the collision, the bus caught fire and crashed into a divider. Fortunately, all passengers were evacuated in time, preventing a larger disaster.
Road Safety Concerns in Rajasthan
Rajasthan has witnessed multiple road mishaps in recent months, raising concerns over driver fatigue, speeding, and inadequate road safety measures. Highways such as Dausa-Manoharpur and Barmer-Palanpur remain accident-prone zones, especially during night travel.
Authorities have urged drivers to exercise extreme caution, especially during long journeys and overnight travel. Police investigations into both accidents are currently underway