SRINAGAR: At least four people lost their lives and over 30 others were injured in multiple road accidents across Jammu and Kashmir in the past 24 hours, officials said.
In Ramban, a pre-dawn accident on Monday near Banihal claimed one life and left nine others injured.
The accident occurred when a Tata Mobile vehicle carrying members of two Bakarwal families from Rajouri’s Teryath area overturned and crashed into a railway bridge wall.
A baby girl among the passengers was unharmed, officials added.
The injured were taken to Sub-District Hospital (SDH) Banihal and later referred to Government Medical College (GMC) Anantnag for further treatment.
In another incident, a minor tourist lost her life after being struck by an unidentified vehicle in the Pahalgam area of Anantnag district. According to officials, the accident took place near the selfie point, where the vehicle hit and injured the young girl.
Also in Anantnag, a separate accident occurred in the Sinthan Top area involving an Intra-v (chota hathi) vehicle, resulting in injuries to eight individuals.
The injured were taken to PHC Larnoo, with some referred to GMC Anantnag and SDH Kokernag. All are reported to be in stable condition.
In Srinagar, two motorcyclists sustained critical injuries in a collision near the All India Radio Kashmir flyover. They were transported to SMHS Hospital by the Dial 112 police team.
In Ganderbal, a three-year-old boy, identified as Mohammad Hussain, died after being hit by a vehicle in the Kullan Gund area. He was declared dead on arrival at SDH Kangan.
In Bandipora, one person died and another was injured after a tractor fell into a gorge in the Duban area of Onagam. The deceased was identified as Mohammad Yaseen from Malangam. The injured, Bilal Ahmad, was taken to the District Hospital for treatment.
Police have registered cases and launched investigations into all incidents.
Meanwhile, a senior traffic police official urged drivers to exercise caution, follow speed limits, and stay alert at all times.
“It is crucial for all road users to exercise extra care to ensure their own safety and the safety of others. Prioritise life over reckless, high-speed driving,” the officer said. (KNO)