Tragic Accident in Kullu: Four Tourists Dead, 14 Injured After Tempo Falls into Gorge
Himachal: 4 tourists dead, 14 injured as tempo falls into gorge in Kullu
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A tragic accident in Kullu district, Himachal Pradesh, India, resulted in the deaths of four tourists and injuries to 14 others when their tempo traveller skidded off the road and fell into a gorge. The vehicle was returning from Jalori Pass amid slippery conditions caused by rain.
- 01Four tourists, including two women, died in the accident.
- 02The tempo traveller was carrying 22 people, including children.
- 03The vehicle skidded due to slippery road conditions from incessant rains.
- 04Rescue operations involved police, fire service, and local administration.
- 05The injured were taken to the Community Health Centre in Banjar.
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A tragic accident occurred on Saturday night in Kullu district, Himachal Pradesh, India, where four tourists lost their lives and 14 others sustained serious injuries. The group was traveling in a tempo traveller that skidded off the road and fell into a gorge while descending towards Bhuntar from Jalori Pass. The vehicle was carrying 22 people, including two children, when it encountered slippery conditions due to heavy rain. Rescue operations are ongoing, with police and local administration working together to assist the victims. The injured were taken to the Community Health Centre in Banjar, with one passenger reported to be in critical condition. The tourists were staying at a hotel in Jhibi, located about 10 km from Banjar, where the accident took place.
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This tragic accident highlights the dangers of driving in adverse weather conditions, particularly in hilly areas, and may lead to increased scrutiny of road safety measures in tourist regions.
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