Four killed and two critically injured as minibus falls into drain on Delhi-Mumbai Expressway
A minibus carrying about 17 people plunged into a 15-foot-deep drain on the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway near Kota, killing four and critically injuring two.
Early Saturday morning, a minibus with roughly 17 passengers left the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway and fell into a 15-foot-deep drainage channel near pole number 384 in Kota, Rajasthan. The accident happened under the limits of Simliya police station at about 6 am. Rescue teams faced difficulty due to silt and water in the drain, prompting the use of cranes to lift the wreckage and free trapped occupants.
Four fatalities have been recovered so far, and two passengers remain in critical condition, with additional minor injuries reported. The injured are being taken to New Medical College Hospital and MBS Hospital via three ambulances. Police officials cautioned that the casualty count may increase as identification and recovery efforts proceed.
Why it matters
The incident highlights road safety challenges on a major highway and the need for swift emergency response.
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