“9 Killed in Deadly Accident on Iskcon Flyover: Ahmedabad Tragedy”

Ahmedabad: 9 killed in deadly accident on Iskcon flyover

On July 20, 2023, a tragic accident occurred on the Iskcon flyover in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, resulting in the loss of nine lives and leaving more than 10 people injured. The accident involved multiple vehicles and took place on the Sarkhej-Gandhinagar (SG) highway.

According to reports from the agency ANI, the accident was a hit-and-run incident involving a Jaguar. The driver of the luxury car, identified as Satya Patel, also suffered injuries. The Gujarat Police are currently investigating the matter.

The accident occurred when a Mahindra Thar crashed into a dumper truck from behind at around 1:00 am. As a crowd gathered to see what had happened, a speeding Jaguar car crashed into the crowd, causing further casualties.

The injured individuals were taken to various hospitals in the area, including the civil hospital in Sola, civil hospitals in Asarwa, and the CIMS hospital. The Iskcon flyover was temporarily closed down by the police in response to the accident.

As of now, nine people have been declared dead, and 13 others are injured, according to sources close to the city police department. The incident has caused shock and grief in the community, and further details are awaited as the investigation continues.

This tragic accident highlights the importance of road safety and the need for stricter enforcement of traffic rules. In Gujarat alone, there were 7,618 road accident deaths in 2022, with a significant percentage of victims being between 18 and 45 years old. The use of seatbelts and responsible driving are crucial in preventing such accidents and minimizing the loss of lives.

Our thoughts and condolences go out to the families and friends of the victims. It is our hope that this incident serves as a wake-up call for authorities to take necessary measures to improve road safety and prevent such accidents in the future..