Three persons were killed and three others injured after a speeding truck rammed into a stationary private bus on the Jaipur-Ajmer National Highway near Dudu in Jaipur district early Monday, police said. The accident occurred in the Mokhampura police station area when the bus, heading to Jaipur from Chittorgarh carrying about 20 passengers, developed a mechanical fault after its axle broke down, prompting the driver to park the vehicle on the roadside.
Details of the Fatal Crash
A truck coming from behind hit the stationary bus, killing Madhuraj (30), Rahul (29) and Sataram (30), the bus driver, who were standing near the bus, police said. Three injured persons were shifted to a nearby hospital, they added. The deceased were identified as Madhuraj, Rahul, and Sataram, all aged around 30, with Sataram being the bus driver. The three injured were taken to a nearby hospital for treatment.
Aftermath and Investigation
Police have registered a case and are investigating the cause of the accident. The truck driver fled the scene after the collision, and authorities are searching for him. The bus had stopped due to a broken axle, and passengers were waiting for assistance when the truck struck. Local residents helped rush the injured to the hospital. The highway experienced temporary traffic disruption as rescue operations were carried out.
Road Safety Concerns on Jaipur-Ajmer Highway
This stretch of the Jaipur-Ajmer highway has witnessed several accidents in the past due to speeding vehicles and poor lighting conditions. According to police, speeding trucks are a common hazard on the route. The incident highlights the need for better road safety measures, including speed breakers and warning signs near breakdown-prone areas.
