Three labourers from Uttar Pradesh were killed and nine others injured when the van they were travelling in was hit by a vehicle on the Kundli-Manesar-Palwal (KMP) Expressway in Haryana's Sonepat district. Police confirmed the accident occurred in the Kharkhoda area on Thursday.
KMP Expressway Accident Details and Victims
The van was carrying labourers from Uttar Pradesh and was on its way to Beri in Jhajjar when an unidentified vehicle struck it. The impact of the collision proved fatal for three of the passengers, while nine others sustained injuries ranging in severity.
According to Police Statement, "Three labourers died in the incident while the injured, some of whom sustained serious injuries, have been admitted to hospital."
Police Response and Investigation into the Crash
Inspector Anil, SHO of Kharkhoda police station, confirmed the casualties and said the injured have been taken to a hospital for medical treatment. The authorities have not yet identified the vehicle that caused the accident, and an investigation is underway to trace it.
"Three labourers died in the incident while the injured, some of whom sustained serious injuries, have been admitted to hospital." — Inspector Anil, SHO of Kharkhoda police station
The incident highlights the risks faced by migrant workers who frequently travel long distances in vans and other vehicles for work. The KMP Expressway, a major thoroughfare in the region, has seen its share of accidents, and this tragedy adds to concerns about road safety for such workers.
Our Take: Road Safety Concerns for Migrant Workers
This accident is a stark reminder of the dangers that labourers face daily just to earn a living. To put it plainly, the loss of three lives and the injury of nine others is a tragedy that could have been prevented with better road safety measures.
In our view, the fact that the vehicle involved remains unidentified raises serious questions about enforcement on expressways. Authorities must act swiftly to find the driver and ensure that such incidents are thoroughly investigated. For the families of the victims, this is a devastating blow, and for the injured, the road to recovery will be long. We hope the administration provides full support to the affected families and takes steps to prevent similar accidents in the future.