Expressway Accident – Five Killed After Sleeper Bus Falls From Agra-Lucknow Expressway
Expressway Accident – A tragic road accident claimed the lives of five people, including two children, after a private sleeper bus collided with a car and plunged off the Agra-Lucknow Expressway in Uttar Pradesh’s Unnao district early on Wednesday morning. Eight other people were injured in the crash and are receiving medical treatment. The accident occurred near Devkhari village under the Bangarmau police station limits at around 4:30 am.
Bus Was Travelling Towards Bihar
According to the police, the sleeper bus was on its way from Haryana to Bihar when it reportedly crashed into an Ertiga car travelling from the opposite direction on the expressway. The impact of the collision was severe, leaving the car extensively damaged and causing the bus to lose balance.
After the collision, the bus broke through the roadside safety barrier before falling onto the road below the elevated stretch of the expressway. Emergency teams reached the location shortly after receiving information about the incident and began rescue operations.
Five Occupants of the Car Died at the Scene
Police confirmed that all five people travelling in the Ertiga lost their lives on the spot. The deceased have been identified as Dhunmun (60), Anju (40), Vinod (45), who was driving the vehicle, along with two children, Divya (6) and Amrita (13).
In addition to the fatalities, four other occupants of the car and four passengers travelling on the sleeper bus suffered injuries. Ambulances shifted the injured to a nearby hospital, where doctors are continuing their treatment. Officials said the medical condition of the injured is being closely monitored.
Preliminary Probe Points to Driver Fatigue
Bangarmau Circle Officer Harsh Modi said that the initial findings suggest the bus driver may have fallen asleep while driving, resulting in the collision. However, he clarified that the exact sequence of events will be determined only after a detailed investigation.
Police have started collecting evidence from the accident site, examining the damaged vehicles, and recording statements to establish the precise cause of the crash. Authorities have not ruled out other possible factors at this stage.
Rescue Teams Responded Quickly
Soon after the accident, local police, administrative officials, and emergency response personnel reached the scene to assist those trapped in the vehicles. Rescue workers removed the injured from the wreckage and arranged immediate transportation to the hospital.
The bodies of the deceased were taken into custody and later sent for post-mortem examination as part of the legal process. Traffic movement in the affected area was managed while officials cleared the damaged vehicles from the roadway.
Senior Officials Reviewed the Situation
District Magistrate Ghanshyam Meena and Superintendent of Police Jai Prakash Singh visited the accident location to review the rescue efforts and monitor the ongoing investigation. They instructed officials to complete all necessary procedures promptly and ensure that the injured receive appropriate medical care without delay.
The administration also directed concerned departments to provide all required support to the affected families while the investigation into the accident continues.
Chief Minister Expresses Condolences
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath expressed grief over the loss of lives in the Unnao road accident. He conveyed his condolences to the families of the victims and instructed district officials to extend every possible assistance to them during this difficult time.
The Chief Minister also directed the authorities to ensure the best available treatment for the injured and wished them a speedy recovery. The state administration has been asked to closely monitor the situation and provide all necessary support until relief efforts are completed.