India

Five Dead, 12 Injured In Head-On Collision Between Tanker And Bus In Odisha

A head-on collision between a tanker and a passenger bus at Samarjhola village in Odisha’s Ganjam district resulted in five deaths and left 12 others severely injured early Thursday morning, according to police reports.

The passenger bus was traveling from Bhawanipatna to Berhampur when it collided with the tanker, which was coming from the opposite direction. The tanker was reportedly speeding and attempting to overtake a stationary truck when the crash occurred. Both vehicles subsequently crash into a tea stall, where four people, including two vegetable sellers, were killed.

Also Read: Solvent Leak Triggers Reactor Blast in Andhra Pharma Unit; 17 Dead, 35 Injured

Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has expressed deep sorrow over the incident and announced a financial compensation of Rs 2 lakh for each family of the deceased victims. He also extended his condolences to the affected families.

Additionally, Majhi announced Rs 1 lakh for those who sustained serious injuries in the accident and confirmed that the state government will cover the full cost of their medical treatment.

The injured were rushed to MKCG Medical College and Hospital in Berhampur. According to District Collector Dibya Jyoti Parida, one of the injured passengers later succumbed to their injuries at the hospital. Five of the injured are currently in the intensive care unit, while the condition of the remaining patients is reported to be stable.

Parida confirmed that the accident occurred around 5 a.m. and highlighted the severity of the situation, with ongoing treatment for the critically injured.

The incident has drawn significant attention, prompting state officials to expedite aid and support for the victims and their families.

Richa Kaushik

Recent Posts

PM Modi, Yogi Adityanath Extend Navratri Wishes; Highlight Devotion To Maa Durga

On Thursday, PM Modi extended his greetings on the fifth day of Chaitra Navratri, wishing…

12 mins ago

Delhi High Court Orders MCD To Investigate Encroachment On School Land In Wazirpur

The Delhi High Court has directed the Delhi MCD to investigate whether there is any…

14 mins ago

Waqf Amendment Bill 2025: Ensuring Transparency And Securing Property Rights

BJP leader Khem Chand Sharma has expressed strong support for the Waqf Amendment Bill 2025,…

27 mins ago

PM Modi Arrives In Bangkok For 6th BIMSTEC Summit; Indian Diaspora Extends Warm Welcome

On Thursday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi reached Bangkok to participate in the 6th BIMSTEC Summit.

32 mins ago

Waqf (Amendment) Bill To Be Tabled In Rajya Sabha After Lok Sabha Approval

The Waqf (Amendment) Bill which cleared the Lok Sabha, is set to be introduced in…

54 mins ago

Lok Sabha Passes Waqf (Amendment) Bill After Intense Debate

The Lok Sabha approved the Waqf (Amendment) Bill in the early hours of Thursday following…

1 hour ago