Deoghar Road Accident: 5 Kanwariyas Dead, Over 20 Seriously Injured in Jharkhand

National News: A tragic road accident took place in Deoghar, Jharkhand, early Tuesday morning during the holy month of Shravan, leaving at least five Kanwariyas dead and more than 20 seriously injured. The incident occurred near Jamuniya forest, under the Mohanpur police station area, around 4:30 AM.

According to officials, the accident happened when a bus filled with Kanwar pilgrims collided head-on with a truck carrying gas cylinders. The impact of the crash was severe, causing major damage to both vehicles and resulting in multiple casualties. Several passengers were thrown off their seats, and others were trapped inside the mangled bus.

Police and Local Administration Respond Swiftly

As soon as the incident was reported, police and rescue teams rushed to the spot. The injured pilgrims were immediately taken to Sadar Hospital in Deoghar for treatment. Many of the victims are reported to be in critical condition.

Sub-Divisional Officer (SDO) Ravi Kumar visited the hospital to check on the injured and assured that all necessary medical facilities are being provided. Emergency services were kept on high alert to handle the situation.

Names of the Deceased

Officials released the names of the five people who lost their lives in the accident:

• Subhash Turi (40)—Driver of the bus, resident of Mohanpur, Deoghar
• Shivkumar alias Piyush (15), resident of Vaishali, Bihar
• Durgawati Devi (45)—From Bhanagar Maharaji, Bettiah, Bihar
• Janki Devi—Also from Bhanagar Maharaji, Bettiah, Bihar
• Samda Devi—Resident of Tarangna, Patna, Bihar

MP Nishikant Dubey Claims 18 Deaths

While police have confirmed five deaths, local MP Nishikant Dubey posted on social media platform X (formerly Twitter) that 18 devotees had died in the accident. However, this number has not yet been confirmed officially. Authorities are still verifying the exact figures and identities of all the victims.

देवघर से बासुकीनाथ जा रही कांवरियों की बस दुर्घटना में कई श्रद्धालुओं के निधन का समाचार अत्यंत दुखद एवं पीड़ादायक है।
मैं शोकाकुल परिजनों के प्रति अपनी गहरी संवेदना व्यक्त करता हूँ तथा बाबा भोलेनाथ से घायल श्रद्धालुओं के शीघ्र स्वास्थ्य लाभ की प्रार्थना करता हूँ।

— Governor of Jharkhand (@jhar_governor) July 29, 2025

Statement from Senior Police Official

Inspector General (IG) of Dumka Zone, Shailendra Kumar Sinha, confirmed to news agency PTI that the accident involved a 32-seater bus filled with Kanwariyas and a truck transporting LPG gas cylinders. He stated that at least five people have died and many more are injured. A full investigation has been launched.

Pilgrimage Interrupted by Tragedy

Every year during the Shravan month, thousands of Kanwariyas travel to religious places carrying holy water for Lord Shiva. This accident has cast a shadow over the religious journey for many families.

The local administration has assured strict monitoring of vehicle movement and safety measures along Kanwar routes to prevent such incidents in the future.