Telangana News | Tragic Collision on NH-44 Claims Six Lives in Mahabubnagar; DCM Van Set on Fire as Protest Erupts
In a heart-wrenching incident on Friday evening, six lives, including two children, were lost when a DCM van collided with an autorickshaw at Balanagar Chowrasta on National Highway 44 in Mahabubnagar district.
Mahabubnagar: In a heart-wrenching incident on Friday evening, six lives, including two children, were lost when a DCM van collided with an autorickshaw at Balanagar Chowrasta on National Highway 44 in Mahabubnagar district.
The victims, residents of Medigadda Thanda, Nanthadram, and B B Nagar, were returning to their villages after a routine shopping trip to a weekly market in Balanagar.
The collision occurred as the DCM van struck the autorickshaw, leading to a devastating accident, as reported by the police.
Following the collision, a large crowd gathered at the scene, their anger escalating. The enraged mob set the DCM van on fire, and protests ensued, resulting in a complete standstill on both sides of National Highway 44. The fiery protest caused a severe traffic jam, with vehicles coming to a halt.
Upon receiving the information, the police swiftly arrived at the location, registering a case and initiating further investigations into the incident. However, they encountered challenges in clearing the highway due to the angry mob’s resistance.
The tragic incident has sent shockwaves through the community, prompting discussions about road safety and the need for preventive measures. The authorities are working to manage the aftermath and address the concerns of the affected residents.
The incident highlights the urgency of improving safety measures on highways and promoting responsible driving to prevent such tragic accidents in the future.
