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

Hina Khan Hails 11 Years Of PM Modi’s Leadership; Highlights National Progress

As the nation marks 11 years under PM Modi's leadership, actress Hina Khan shares her…

5 hours ago

Subhash Ghai Hails PM Modi’s Transformative Vision For India

Subhash Ghai has praised PM Narendra Modi’s leadership for catalysing India’s growth and changing the…

6 hours ago

India & Central Asia Boost Rare Earth Cooperation At Delhi Meet

India and five Central Asian nations have agreed to deepen cooperation on rare earths and…

6 hours ago

PM Modi’s Beej Se Bazaar Tak Vision Reshapes Indian Agriculture

Prime Minister Modi has redefined Indian agriculture with the ‘Beej Se Bazaar Tak’ vision, transforming…

7 hours ago

EV Sales Cross 4% Mark In May; Signalling Steady Shift To Green Mobility

EV sales topped 4% of passenger vehicle retail in May 2025, signalling growing demand for…

7 hours ago

Self-Reliant Defence Industry Marks India’s Strategic Security Ascent

One year into Modi 3.0, reforms have reduced poverty, strengthened defence, and accelerated the digital…

7 hours ago