A devastating road accident on the Hubballi-Karwar road claimed two lives and left a child seriously injured on Tuesday morning. The collision involved a state transport bus and a motorcycle, resulting in immediate tragedy for a family.
Details of the Fatal Collision
The incident occurred at Anchatageri village. According to Hubballi Rural police inspector Murugesh Channannavar, the motorcycle was travelling towards Kalghatgi while the NWKRTC bus was en route to Hubballi when they collided. The impact was severe, leading to instantaneous fatalities.
The deceased have been identified as Mehbooba Khan Ustad, aged 38, and his young son, Mohamad Asnain Khan, who was just 6 years old. Both were residents of Tadas village. The injured survivor is an 8-year-old girl, Bibe Aziza, who sustained serious injuries in the crash.
Aftermath and Police Investigation
Following the accident, the injured girl was rushed to KMC-RI Hospital in Hubballi for urgent medical treatment. Police officials, led by Inspector Channannavar, promptly inspected the accident site to gather evidence and understand the circumstances that led to the crash.
A formal case has been registered by the Hubballi Rural police in connection with the incident. "A case was registered, and a probe is on," confirmed Inspector Channannavar, indicating that a thorough investigation is currently in progress to determine the exact cause of the accident.
A Grim Reminder of Road Safety
This tragic event underscores the persistent issue of road safety on Indian highways. The loss of a young child and his father has sent shockwaves through the local community. Such incidents highlight the critical need for:
- Increased vigilance by all road users.
- Strict adherence to traffic rules and speed limits.
- Enhanced safety measures, especially on busy village roads that connect to major highways.
The probe by Hubballi Rural police will be crucial in piecing together the sequence of events and possibly recommending measures to prevent similar tragedies in the future on the Hubballi-Karwar route.
