Three dead, over 30 injured as tractor-trolley carrying pilgrims from Punjab falls into gorge in Himachal’s Kangra
Kangra accident: At least three pilgrims lost their lives and more than 30 others were injured after a tractor-trolley carrying pilgrims from Punjab plunged into a deep gorge in Himachal Pradesh’s Kangra district on Friday.
The accident took place near Dhaliyara along National Highway-503, close to a Radha Swami Satsang Bhawan. The vehicle, reportedly carrying over 30 devotees from Punjab’s Kapurthala district, lost control at a sharp turn and fell nearly 100 feet into the gorge.
According to preliminary information, the mishap was likely caused by brake failure. The group was travelling after offering prayers at the Chintpurni temple and was on its way to the Jwala Ji shrine when the accident occurred.
Eyewitnesses reported scenes of panic and chaos following the crash, with cries for help echoing from the gorge. Local residents rushed to the spot and, along with police teams, launched an immediate rescue operation. The injured, including women and children, were pulled out and shifted to Dehra hospital for treatment.
Superintendent of Police, Dehra, Mayank Chaudhary confirmed that police personnel are engaged in relief and rescue efforts. He stated that several passengers sustained injuries, while some were fortunate to escape unharmed.
- PTC NEWS
