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Tragic Accident in Pakistan Claims 17 Lives as Pilgrims' Truck Plunges into Ravine

The vehicle, carrying devotees to a shrine during Eid al-Fitr, lost control due to overspeeding.

  • At least 17 pilgrims were killed and over 40 injured in a severe accident in Balochistan, Pakistan.
  • The crash occurred late Wednesday as the truck was en route to the Shah Noorani Sufi shrine.
  • Overspeeding and a lost control at a turn led to the truck falling into a deep ravine.
  • Many of the injured were transported to Karachi for medical treatment.
  • This incident highlights ongoing issues with road safety and infrastructure in Pakistan.
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