A devastating road accident occurred on the Dhakherwa-Girijapuri highway in Uttar Pradesh's Lakhimpur Kheri on Wednesday (November 26), when a speeding car suddenly went out of control and fell into the Sharda canal. The mishap claimed the lives of five people, while one person sustained injuries.
Incident details and rescue efforts
According to reports, the car was returning from a wedding celebration when the accident happened late Tuesday night. Upon learning of the incident, local police and residents rushed to the spot. Rescue teams, with the help of villagers, pulled the vehicle out of the canal after a strenuous operation. Unfortunately, five passengers were found dead, while the injured individual was taken to CHC Ramia Behrad hospital for treatment.
UP Chief Minister's response
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath expressed deep condolences to the bereaved families and ordered appropriate medical care for the injured. He also directed the local administration to expedite relief efforts and ensure all necessary assistance reaches the accident site promptly.
Investigation and aftermath
The police are investigating the cause of the accident, with early indications pointing to high speed and loss of vehicle control near a speed breaker. Authorities continue their efforts to support affected families and maintain road safety awareness to prevent such tragic occurrences in the future.
Earlier on November 25, around 8 people were injured in a bus accident in Lucknow after the vehicle collided with a truck near Banthra police station area. According to officials, the bus was travelling from Sultanpur to Etawah.
Two people are suspected of having fractures and are being evaluated. All the injured are stable and out of danger, according to Chief Medical Superintendent (CMS) of Lok Bandhu Hospital, Doctor Rajeev Dixit.
