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Four Killed as Car and Mini Truck Collide and Catch Fire on UP’s NH-91

Authorities shifted from rescue to investigation, promising ex-gratia support for the families.

Overview

  • The early-morning crash occurred near Nanau Bridge/Gopi Pull on National Highway 91, about 25 km from Aligarh, and both vehicles were engulfed in flames.
  • Local reports said the victims were from one family, including two children, while a fifth passenger was rescued and remains in critical condition at a nearby hospital.
  • Police, fire crews and ambulances reached the site quickly and brought the blaze under control within about 30 to 40 minutes, and traffic was diverted during the operation.
  • An accident case has been registered, a forensic team examined the wreckage, and post-mortems are underway as investigators assess factors such as speed, driver error or mechanical failure.
  • Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath directed officials to ensure treatment for the injured, and the district announced Rs 2 lakh in assistance for each deceased family.