Eight Devotees Killed As ( Credit:Top Indian New)
National News: The peaceful district of Nandurbar in Maharashtra turned into a scene of horror when a pickup truck carrying devotees crashed into a deep gorge at Chandshali Ghat. The pilgrims were returning after attending the Astamba Devi Yatra, a well-known religious gathering that attracts thousands every year. The truck lost balance while crossing a sharp turn on the hilly ghat road and overturned with a loud crash. The accident was so forceful that the vehicle was ripped apart, and the devotees were thrown off the road into the valley. Local residents rushed to the spot after hearing the cries of the victims and alerted the authorities.
The incident claimed the lives of eight innocent pilgrims who had set out with faith and devotion. Witnesses said the vehicle suddenly swerved uncontrollably and rolled down the slope, crushing several passengers inside. Some of the victims died on the spot due to severe injuries, while others fought for survival before help arrived. The pickup was carrying families who had just offered prayers at the temple and were heading back to their villages. The accident turned what was supposed to be a spiritual journey into a dark memory of grief and pain.
Apart from the dead, several passengers sustained serious injuries as they were flung out of the vehicle when it toppled. Locals and rescue workers pulled the injured out of the wreckage with great difficulty. Police teams reached quickly and coordinated with medical staff to transport the victims to nearby hospitals. Doctors reported that some of the injured are in critical condition and need urgent care. Family members of the devotees rushed to the hospitals after receiving the shocking news, creating an atmosphere of sorrow and panic.
Initial investigations by Shahada police suggest that the accident may have been caused by over-speeding and loss of control. The narrow ghat roads in this region are risky, especially for heavy vehicles carrying passengers. Eyewitnesses confirmed that the pickup was moving at high speed when the driver failed to control it on a sharp turn. Authorities have begun questioning survivors and collecting evidence from the accident site to establish the exact reason. The damaged vehicle has been seized, and officials have assured a full inquiry into the tragedy.
Reports confirm that the group of passengers were devotees returning from the Astamba Devi Yatra, a popular pilgrimage in Nandurbar district. The fair draws people from nearby towns and villages every year who come to seek blessings. Unfortunately, their return journey ended in disaster, cutting short lives and leaving families devastated. Many villagers who had attended the fair said they had passed the same ghat road earlier and had warned others about the dangerous turns. The sudden accident has raised questions about road safety and the need for stricter monitoring of vehicles carrying large groups.
Soon after the accident, district officials swung into action to provide immediate relief. Rescue teams, police personnel, and ambulances rushed to the scene within minutes of the alert. Local volunteers joined hands to help lift the injured and recover the bodies from the gorge. The administration has promised support to the families of the deceased and treatment facilities for the injured. Senior officers visited the hospitals and instructed doctors to provide all possible care. The government may also consider financial assistance for the affected families in the coming days.
The entire region has been shaken by the loss of eight lives in such a tragic manner. Religious leaders and local representatives expressed deep sorrow and offered condolences to the families. People in nearby villages observed silence in memory of the victims, while prayers were held for the speedy recovery of the injured. The accident has sparked renewed concerns about road safety in hilly areas and the urgent need for better infrastructure. For the grieving families, the festive yatra ended in unbearable pain and loss that will take years to heal.
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