Tragedy struck devotees on Agra Highway as their double-decker bus, returning from Barsana after night darshan, overturned in Etawah’s Jaswantnagar amid blinding fog. Ten pilgrims among the 45 aboard sustained injuries in the dramatic incident near Malajani village.
The sequence was swift and terrifying: low visibility prompted a loss of control, culminating in the bus rolling over. Passengers endured a whirlwind of fear, with some pinned under debris as the vehicle lay on its side.
Swift intervention by villagers prevented greater loss—they pried open exits and aided the injured until professionals arrived. Traffic halted briefly, but efficient coordination restored flow. The wounded received immediate transport to local health centers.
Doctors confirmed stable conditions across the board, treating lacerations and fractures promptly. Officials like DM Shukla and SSP Srivastava extended assurances during hospital visits, mobilizing resources for full recovery support.
As per SSP accounts, the fog’s intensity at night proved decisive. Relief efforts continue, with lessons drawn for safer pilgrim transport. This event spotlights recurring fog risks on key highways, calling for systemic safeguards.