JAMMU, June 2: Tragedy struck in the Kalith area of Akhnoor when a mini bus skidded off the road, resulting in two fatalities and injuring 16 others. The accident involved a mini bus bearing number JK02AQ 8477, which was en route to Narayana from Akhnoor.
Police sources reported that the accident occurred as the vehicle veered off the road, leading to the tragic outcome. Upon receiving the distress call, Akhnoor police, with the help of local residents, immediately launched a rescue operation. The injured were swiftly transported to the Akhnoor Sub District Hospital. Those with serious injuries were later shifted to the Government Medical College Hospital for further treatment.
This incident marks the second road accident in the Akhnoor sub-division in recent days. Earlier, a tourist bus accident in the Tanda area resulted in the deaths of 22 passengers and injuries to 72 others.
Authorities have begun an investigation to determine the cause of the latest accident. Further details will be released as the investigation progresses.