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Dhar/MP: A devastating accident has occurred on the Agra-Mumbai National Highway at Ganesh Ghat in Dhar district of Madhya Pradesh. Six vehicles, including five cars and a truck, were set on fire after the collision. The fire department immediately reached the spot to control the fire and the situation is currently under control. Further information is expected to emerge as the investigation progresses.
The incident occurred on Monday evening when a truck lost control while descending from Ganesh Ghat. The truck reportedly lost control due to brake failure, causing the truck to break through the side railing, veer off to the other side and collide with several vehicles. This caused a massive fire, which gutted three to four vehicles and caused considerable damage.
Local police, fire department and other civil authorities immediately started rescue operations. The accident resulted in the unfortunate loss of three people; Two truck drivers and one motorcyclist. Apart from this, three other people including a minor girl suffered serious injuries. The rescue team managed to rescue all the people trapped inside the car before it was completely engulfed in flames. The injured have been taken to the hospital for immediate treatment.
As rescue operations continue, a clearer picture of the impact of the accident will emerge, including the number of possible casualties and the exact cause of the multi-vehicle collision. Underscoring the seriousness of this unfortunate incident on the Agra-Mumbai National Highway, the public is eagerly awaiting more updates on the incident.
Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident to determine the cause of the collision and find out if there were any other casualties or injuries. Further details about the accident are still forthcoming, and more information is awaited to fully understand the scope and impact of the accident.
The incident is a reminder of the dangers of road travel, especially in areas with dense fog and other conditions that reduce visibility. This underlines the need for rigorous vehicle maintenance and the importance of safe driving practices, especially for larger vehicles such as trucks.
