A car driver escaped unhurt after a dramatic incident at Shivaji Nagar Square in Bhopal on Wednesday evening. The mishap occurred around 7pm and caused significant traffic disruption at the busy intersection.
Conflicting Accounts of the Incident
According to TT Nagar police, the car driver allegedly lost control and mounted a road divider. The vehicle then rammed into the traffic signal, causing it to collapse onto the road.
However, local witnesses provided a different version of events. Several residents told TOI that the traffic signal collapsed first. The sudden fall of the signal startled the driver, making him lose control of his vehicle.
Driver Escapes Unharmed
Fortunately, no casualties were reported from the incident. The car driver escaped without injuries thanks to the timely deployment of the vehicle's airbags. Despite the dramatic nature of the accident, all parties involved remained physically unhurt.
Severe Traffic Disruption
The mishap led to severe traffic congestion at Shivaji Nagar Square, one of Bhopal's busy intersections. Vehicles remained stranded for a considerable time as authorities worked to clear the scene.
Local residents described chaotic scenes as traffic backed up in multiple directions. The collapsed traffic signal and damaged vehicle created obstacles that slowed movement through the area significantly.
Investigation Underway
TT Nagar police are investigating the exact sequence of events. Authorities are examining whether the traffic signal collapse triggered the accident or if the car impact caused the signal to fall.
Witness statements have been collected, and the damaged traffic infrastructure is being assessed. The investigation aims to determine responsibility and prevent similar incidents in the future.
The incident highlights concerns about traffic safety and infrastructure maintenance in busy urban areas. While the driver escaped unharmed, the event disrupted evening traffic for many Bhopal residents.
