In a tragic turn of events, a road accident involving a cruiser vehicle occurred near the site of the Dangdoru Power Project in the Dachan area. The cruiser was ferrying workers employed at the project when the incident took place, resulting in the unfortunate loss of seven lives. Rescue operations are currently underway, and three individuals have been rushed to the hospital for medical treatment.
Preliminary reports reached The Chenab Times indicate that the ill-fated cruiser, bearing registration number JK06 3095, was traveling along a mountainous road known for its challenging terrain and steep inclines. For reasons yet to be determined, the driver lost control of the vehicle, leading to a devastating crash.
According to Jammu and Kashmir Police, the cruiser, carrying workers to the Dangdoru Power Project, reportedly met with a grave mishap along the route. The specific details and cause of the accident are still being investigated.
Tragically, it is feared that seven individuals have lost their lives in the accident. The identities of the deceased have yet to be disclosed pending formal identification and notification of their families. The loss of lives has cast a somber atmosphere over the community, with residents and loved ones mourning the devastating event.
Additionally, three individuals who sustained injuries in the accident have been swiftly transported to a nearby hospital for urgent medical attention. The medical staff is working diligently to provide the necessary care and treatment to the injured victims, hoping for their swift recovery.
Eyewitnesses present at the scene described a scene of chaos and despair as the cruiser veered off the road, crashing into surrounding obstacles before coming to a sudden halt. The impact of the accident was severe, resulting in the tragic loss of seven lives on the spot.
Rescue operations were promptly initiated, with local authorities and emergency services rushing to the scene to provide immediate assistance. The bodies of the deceased were carefully extricated from the wreckage and are being transferred to a nearby hospital for post-mortem examinations.
At this stage, the identities of the victims and further details surrounding the circumstances of the accident remain unknown. Families and friends of the victims have been informed of the tragedy, and they are grappling with shock and grief as they await official confirmation and further information.
The news has been updated from a single paragraph after The Chenab Times received information from various sources. The identification of the deceased will be updated soon, keep this page open and refresh this page after sometime.
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