A tragic accident on the Barapullah Flyover in South Delhi has claimed one life and left six family members injured. The incident occurred in the early hours of Monday, sending shockwaves through the local community.
Details of the Fatal Crash
Police reported that a 26-year-old man, identified as Harsh, was driving a Mahindra Scorpio when the vehicle overturned. The crash happened after the SUV hit a divider on the flyover. Harsh died from his injuries, while six of his relatives sustained various wounds.
Timeline of Events
Authorities received a PCR call at the Sunlight Colony police station around 2:30 am on Monday. The call alerted them to the accident involving the overturned SUV. By the time police officers arrived at the scene, the injured had already been taken to the hospital.
Medical staff at the AIIMS Trauma Centre later confirmed Harsh was declared dead upon arrival. The other injured individuals received treatment for their injuries. All victims hail from Meerut in Uttar Pradesh and were returning home after attending a pre-wedding ceremony in Delhi.
Investigation Underway
Police have registered a case under sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, including death by negligence and rash driving. Officers are examining factors such as overspeeding, loss of control, and road conditions to determine the exact cause of the accident.
The damaged vehicle has been seized as part of the ongoing investigation. Preliminary findings suggest the SUV hit the divider at the end of the Barapullah Flyover towards the Ring Road.
Injured Family Members Identified
The six injured relatives have been named as Nikhil, Gagan (19), Bhisham (25), Yuvraj (20), Maan (16), and Himanshu (23). Harsh was reportedly preparing for entrance exams for government jobs, adding to the tragedy of his untimely death.
Separate Incident Involving South Korean Tourists
In an unrelated event on Monday afternoon, about a dozen South Korean tourists suffered minor injuries in a bus collision in New Delhi's Chanakyapuri area. Police stated the incident occurred around 1 pm when a tourist bus carrying approximately 15 South Korean nationals rammed into a stationary bus.
Authorities suspect the driver may have lost control due to a medical condition. All injured tourists were taken to a nearby hospital for checks, but their injuries were described as minor abrasions.
This second incident highlights ongoing road safety concerns in the capital city. Both accidents are under investigation, with police working to ensure such tragedies can be prevented in the future.
