Speeding Ready-Mix Lorry Crashes from ORR, Driver Seriously Injured

Hyderabad: A major road accident was narrowly avoided after a ready-mix concrete lorry crashed from the Hyderabad Outer Ring Road (ORR) near Kokapet on Tuesday. The incident occurred under the limits of Narsingi Police Station, in Rajendranagar, Rangareddy district.

How the Accident Happened

According to preliminary information, the ready-mix lorry rammed into a divider on the ORR near Kokapet. Due to the heavy impact, the vehicle lost control and fell from the elevated ORR onto the road below.

Major Tragedy Averted

• The service road below was empty at the time of the crash
• No other vehicles or pedestrians were present
• This helped avert a potentially catastrophic accident

Driver Suffers Serious Injuries

The lorry driver sustained severe injuries in the crash. Emergency responders rushed to the spot and shifted the injured driver to a nearby hospital for immediate treatment. Doctors said the driver is undergoing medical care.

Possible Cause: Overspeeding and Drowsiness

Initial reports suggest that:

• The lorry was being driven at high speed
• Driver fatigue or drowsiness may have led to the accident
  Police have launched an investigation to determine the exact cause.

Traffic and Safety Concerns on ORR

The Hyderabad ORR near Kokapet has witnessed several accidents in recent months, raising concerns over:

• Overspeeding by heavy vehicles
• Driver fatigue during late-night and early-morning hours
  Authorities have urged drivers to maintain speed limits and avoid driving while tired to prevent such incidents.

This ready-mix lorry accident on Hyderabad ORR at Kokapet once again highlights the dangers of overspeeding and drowsy driving, even as a major tragedy was avoided due to the empty service road below.

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