A tragic road accident in Gujarat's Botad district has left four people dead, including two young children, and seven others injured following a severe collision between a car and a truck. The incident occurred on the Ranpur-Dhandhuka road late on Thursday night, casting a pall of grief over the families involved.
Details of the Fatal Collision
The accident took place around 9:15 PM when a car, carrying labourers who were travelling to Saurashtra for work, was struck by a truck near Ranpur. The impact of the collision was devastating, resulting in immediate fatalities and multiple injuries among the passengers.
Victims Identified in the Aftermath
The deceased have been identified as Sangeeta Rathwa, a 7-year-old girl; Savita Rathwa, aged 20; Kalu Parmar, 30; and Jigo Pachaya, an 8-year-old child. All four were declared dead on arrival by doctors at the Botad government hospital, where the injured were rushed for emergency treatment.
Injured Passengers Receiving Medical Care
Police officials confirmed that seven other passengers sustained injuries in the crash and are currently undergoing treatment. The injured were transported to the hospital using ambulances and other available vehicles, highlighting the urgent response to the emergency.
Complaint Filed Against Truck Driver
A formal complaint has been lodged by Mangar Rathwa, a 30-year-old farm labourer from Chhota Udepur district and the father of the deceased Sangeeta. The complaint targets the truck driver, identified as Gafar Savan from Gondal taluka in Rajkot district.
Legal Charges Under Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita
The offence has been registered under Sections 106(1), 281, and 125(A) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), along with relevant provisions of the Motor Vehicles Act. This legal action underscores the seriousness of the incident and the pursuit of justice for the victims.
Background of the Journey
According to Rathwa's statement, the group had embarked on their journey from Chhota Udepur around 3 PM on January 31. The car was driven by Kalu Parmar, one of the deceased, and carried a mix of passengers, including some residents from Alirajpur district in Madhya Pradesh. They were heading to Saurashtra for work when the tragedy struck on the Ranpur–Dhandhuka road at night.
Immediate Response and Investigation
Following the collision, emergency services were quickly mobilized to assist the victims. The police are actively investigating the circumstances leading to the accident, focusing on factors such as road conditions, vehicle speeds, and driver negligence. This incident has sparked concerns about road safety in the region, particularly on highways used by labourers and commuters.
The community is mourning the loss of young lives, and authorities are urging stricter enforcement of traffic regulations to prevent such heartbreaking accidents in the future.
