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5 dead after tempo traveller plunges into gorge in J&K's Doda
A tempo traveler was involved in a road accident in Jammu and Kashmir's Doda district. While exact details are awaited, several have been feared dead.
At least five people have been killed after a Tempo Traveller plunged into a deep gorge in Jammu and Kashmir's Doda district on Tuesday morning. The death toll earlier stood at three.
DC Doda Harvinder Singh has confirmed to HT that at least five people are dead and 19 are injured, of which 4 are in critical condition. As per Singh, the critically injured included a five year old girl.
The district collector further added that preliminary reports suggest the accident was caused by a mechanical issue with the steering of the vehicle. The exact cause will be ascertained after detailed investigation.
Earlier today, union minister Dr Jitendra Singh took to X to confirm the accident and stated that rescue missions have been launched.
“Spoke to DC Doda, Sh Harvinder Singh on receiving the information about a private tempo road accident in the vicinity of Bhart village, about 20 to 25 km from Doda city. 3 casualties reported so far, 4 others critically injured," wrote Dr Singh on X.
“All possible help and medical aid being provided. DC is personally supervising the entire exercise and giving me regular updates,” the minister added further.
A Tempo Traveller veered off the road and plunged into a deep gorge near Ponda on Doda-Barath road on Tuesday, said a police officer.
According to officials, 23 passengers were travelling in the vehicle at the time of accident.
Rescue operations were immediately launched by local police, and volunteers, with authorities rushing to the scene to assist in retrieving the victims and providing emergency medical aid.
