Yogi Adityanath, Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, declares financial assistance of 5 lakh rupees for the families of the 11 pilgrims who perished in a tragedy at Gonda Canal. An investigation has been initiated, and related footage is available.
In a heartbreaking incident, an accident in Uttar Pradesh's Gonda district claimed the lives of 11 people and left four others injured. The incident occurred on a road in Gonda district, when a Bolero vehicle carrying 15 people heading to the Prithvinath Temple veered off near the Sarayu canal bridge and plunged into the Saryu canal[1][2][3].
According to police reports, the driver was reportedly speeding and fled the scene after the vehicle lost control[2]. Rescue operations involving cranes and divers were carried out to retrieve the vehicle and the victims[1][3]. The strong current and depth of the canal contributed to the tragedy, leaving those inside with little chance to react[3].
The accident took the lives of 9 members of a single family from Sihagaon village in Gonda[4]. SP Vineet Jaiswal confirmed the fatalities and stated that four individuals were rescued with minor injuries[5].
Gonda MP Kirti Vardhan Singh offered his condolences for the loss of lives and prayed for the departed souls[6]. In a post, the Chief Minister expressed his deep sorrow over the accident and wrote condolences to the families of the deceased[7]. He also announced ex gratia compensation of Rs 5 lakh each for the families of the deceased[8].
The Chief Minister also instructed the district administration to immediately take the injured to the hospital for their proper treatment[9]. The injured individuals have been admitted to the District Hospital for medical care[10].
The authorities are still investigating the cause of the accident[11]. Our thoughts are with the families of the victims during this difficult time.
[1] https://www.ndtv.com/india-news/11-killed-4-injured-as-suv-plunges-into-saryu-canal-in-uttar-pradeshs-gonda-district-2617069 [2] https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/other-states/11-killed-as-suv-plunges-into-saryu-canal-in-uttar-pradesh-s-gonda-district/article39066852.ece [3] https://www.indiatoday.in/india/story/11-killed-as-suv-plunges-into-saryu-canal-in-uttar-pradesh-s-gonda-district-1859864-2022-08-14 [4] https://www.timesnownews.com/india/article/11-killed-as-suv-plunges-into-saryu-canal-in-uttar-pradesh-s-gonda-district/806277 [5] https://www.ndtv.com/india-news/11-killed-4-injured-as-suv-plunges-into-saryu-canal-in-uttar-pradeshs-gonda-district-2617069 [6] https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/other-states/11-killed-as-suv-plunges-into-saryu-canal-in-uttar-pradesh-s-gonda-district/article39066852.ece [7] https://www.ndtv.com/india-news/uttar-pradesh-chief-minister-yogi-adityanath-condoles-deaths-in-car-accident-in-gonda-2617078 [8] https://www.indiatoday.in/india/story/11-killed-as-suv-plunges-into-saryu-canal-in-uttar-pradesh-s-gonda-district-1859864-2022-08-14 [9] https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/other-states/11-killed-as-suv-plunges-into-saryu-canal-in-uttar-pradesh-s-gonda-district/article39066852.ece [10] https://www.ndtv.com/india-news/11-killed-4-injured-as-suv-plunges-into-saryu-canal-in-uttar-pradeshs-gonda-district-2617069 [11] https://www.indiatoday.in/india/story/11-killed-as-suv-plunges-into-saryu-canal-in-uttar-pradesh-s-gonda-district-1859864-2022-08-14
The tragic car-accident in Uttar Pradesh's Gonda district has become a topic of general news, and ultimately claimed the lives of 11 people, including 9 from a single family. The incident, involving a Bolero vehicle, has sparked investigations into the cause of the accident. Meanwhile, political figures such as Gonda MP Kirti Vardhan Singh and the Chief Minister have expressed their condolences for the loss of lives. The Chief Minister has also announced ex gratia compensation for the affected families. Rescue operations are ongoing for the injured, who are being hospitalized for medical care. The accumulating incidents of fatal car-accidents in India highlight the need for stricter safety measures and enforcement of traffic rules.
