Dewanshu Bhagat : “Fatal Jourian Accident: 2 Dead, 16 Injured”

Accident – Death – Obituary News : : 1. Jourian accident casualties
2. Fatalities and injuries in Jourian crash

Two individuals were tragically killed and sixteen others were injured, with four in critical condition, after a speeding mini-bus overturned in Dhangri-Kaleeth, Jourian of Akhnoor sub-division in Jammu district. The incident, involving a minibus with registration number JK02AQ -8477, occurred on Sunday evening. The injured passengers have been taken to Sub-District Hospital Akhnoor and Government Medical College Hospital in Jammu for treatment. The authorities suspect negligent and reckless driving as the cause of the accident and have initiated an investigation. The deceased have been identified as Dewanshu Bhagat, 27, and Kewal, 35. This unfortunate incident follows a recent bus accident in the same area that claimed the lives of twenty-two pilgrims.

Tragic Accident in Jourian, Akhnoor Sub-Division

On a fateful Sunday evening in Jourian of Akhnoor sub-division in Jammu district, a horrific accident took place that claimed the lives of two individuals and left sixteen others injured, four of them in critical condition. The incident occurred at Dhangri-Kaleeth, a serene yet treacherous stretch of road that has now witnessed multiple tragedies.

Details of the Accident

According to a senior police officer, the mini-bus, with registration number JK02AQ-8477, was on its way from Akhnoor to Mille Di Khui when it overturned at Dhangri-Kaleeth, near Jourian. The over-speeding vehicle led to the tragic deaths of Dewanshu Bhagat, 27, and Kewal, 35, both residents of nearby areas. The injured passengers were rushed to Sub-District Hospital (SDH) Akhnoor and Government Medical College (GMC) Hospital in Jammu for treatment.

Investigation and Legal Action

Authorities suspect that the accident was a result of negligent and rash driving. An FIR has been registered at Akhnoor Police Station under sections 279 (rash driving), 337 (causing hurt by act endangering life or personal safety of others), and 304-A (causing death by negligence) of the Indian Penal Code. The exact cause of the accident is yet to be determined, pending a thorough investigation.

Previous Tragedy in the Region

This recent incident adds to the grim list of accidents that have plagued the region. Just days before, a bus carrying pilgrims to Shivkhori shrine in Reasi district met with a tragic fate near Tanda in Akhnoor sub-division, resulting in the loss of twenty-two lives and injuring sixty-nine others. The frequency of such accidents raises concerns about road safety and the need for stricter enforcement of traffic regulations in the area.

Community Response and Support

The local community in Jourian and surrounding areas has been shaken by the string of accidents that have occurred in the region. Efforts are being made to provide support to the families of the deceased and the injured individuals, with a focus on ensuring their well-being and recovery. The incidents serve as a stark reminder of the importance of road safety and responsible driving practices for all commuters.

As investigations continue and the injured receive medical care, the community remains vigilant and united in their efforts to prevent such tragedies from recurring in the future. The authorities are urged to take necessary measures to enhance road safety and prevent further loss of lives on the perilous roads of Jourian and Akhnoor sub-division.