A horrific road accident near Mirzamurad, Varanasi, left six devotees dead and five others seriously injured when their jeep crashed into a stationary truck on GT Road. The tragic incident occurred on Friday, February 21, as the group was traveling towards Prayagraj. According to Mirzamurad SHO Ajay Raj Verma, all the victims were from Karnataka. The impact of the collision was so severe that the front of the jeep was completely mangled, making rescue operations extremely difficult for the police and emergency responders. Authorities rushed to the scene and worked tirelessly to extract the victims from the wreckage. Eyewitnesses reported that the truck had been parked improperly, contributing to the severity of the accident.
Emergency medical teams transported the injured to the trauma center at Banaras Hindu University Hospital, where they are currently undergoing treatment. Doctors have confirmed that some of the injured are in critical condition, and every effort is being made to stabilize them. The local administration has assured the victims’ families that a thorough investigation will be conducted to determine the exact cause of the accident and hold responsible parties accountable. Road safety remains a major concern in the region, with repeated incidents highlighting the need for stricter enforcement of traffic regulations. Authorities have urged drivers and transport companies to take necessary precautions to prevent such tragedies in the future.
The accident has once again brought attention to the urgent need for better road infrastructure and improved safety measures, especially along highways and busy roads. GT Road, being one of the oldest and busiest highways in India, frequently witnesses heavy traffic and unfortunate accidents due to poor visibility, reckless driving, and inadequate road maintenance. Several social activists and public representatives have demanded that the government take immediate steps to improve lighting, install speed-monitoring cameras, and conduct regular safety audits to prevent such devastating incidents. As the affected families mourn their loved ones, road safety advocates continue to push for systemic changes that could save countless lives in the future.
