Nashik, January 13, 2025 (Punjab Khabarnama Bureau): On Sunday, in the Dwarka Circle area of Nashik district, Maharashtra, a collision between a tempo and a truck resulted in the death of 8 people and left several others injured. A police officer provided the information, stating that the incident occurred at around 7:30 PM near the Ayyappa temple. The officer mentioned that there were 16 passengers in the tempo, which was traveling from the Sidhco area and returning from a religious event in Niphad.
The police reported that the tempo driver lost control of the vehicle and collided with a truck loaded with iron rods from behind. Some people died at the scene of the accident, while others sustained critical injuries. The police stated that authorities, along with firefighters, immediately began rescue operations in the crowded area, working alongside local residents and passersby.
The officer stated that the injured are being treated at the district hospital and some private hospitals. Police and health officials mentioned that the death toll is likely to rise as some of the passengers are critically injured.
Summary : A fatal accident in Nashik involving a tempo and truck killed eight and injured several. Some passengers are critically injured, and the death toll may rise.