Deadly Crash in Bulandshahr: 3 Killed, 31 Hurt in Truck-Canter Collision

A canter and a truck collided violently near Roda Inter Kajal on Bulandshahr-Jahangirabad road. Three people including a woman died in the accident, while 31 people were injured. Among the injured, doctors from the district hospital have referred 27 in critical condition to a higher medical center. The canter driver has not been identified yet. 

Swift Response and Medical Aid
Bulandshahr police,responded promptly, extricating survivors with the help of locals. The injured, many in critical condition, were rushed to nearby hospitals, with 27 transferred to Meerut for advanced treatment, as confirmed by SSP Bulandshahr on May 16, 2025. The deceased were identified as laborers from Shahjahanpur, though their names are yet to be released pending family notification. Rescue operations faced challenges due to the severity of the wreckage, but all survivors were evacuated within hours, highlighting the efficiency of the response team.

Investigation into the Cause
Preliminary investigations suggest that speeding by the truck driver, possibly coupled with fatigue or poor visibility, contributed to the collision. The truck driver fled the scene, prompting a police manhunt. Authorities are analyzing CCTV footage from nearby checkpoints and examining the vehicles for mechanical faults. The Jahangirabad-Gulawati road, a busy freight route, has seen similar accidents, raising concerns about inadequate traffic regulation and lighting, as noted in local reports on X.

Road Safety Concerns Amplified
The Bulandshahr tragedy underscores India’s persistent road safety crisis, with over 150,000 road deaths annually, per 2024 NCRB data. The incident, following a similar crash in Balrampur, has intensified calls for stricter enforcement of speed limits and driver regulations. Community leaders and residents are urging the UP government to enhance highway safety measures to prevent such devastating losses in the future.