Inferno on Jaipur-Ajmer Highway: Tragedy Unfolds

A horrific accident on the Jaipur-Ajmer highway involving an LPG tanker led to the deaths of five people and injuries to 37 others. The fire engulfed over 30 vehicles, causing widespread panic and chaos in the area as emergency teams scrambled to respond.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Jaipur | Updated: 20-12-2024 11:04 IST | Created: 20-12-2024 10:58 IST
Inferno on Jaipur-Ajmer Highway: Tragedy Unfolds
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A catastrophic collision on the Jaipur-Ajmer highway resulted in a massive fire, claiming five lives and injuring 37 others. The accident involved an LPG tanker and several vehicles, engulfing the area in flames and thick smoke.

Eyewitnesses reported visible flames from over a kilometer away, as chaos ensued with people shouting and running for help. Emergency responders, including ambulances and fire brigades, faced initial difficulties in reaching the affected vehicles.

Soon after the tragic incident, Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma visited the site and ordered medical teams to ensure proper care for the injured. He expressed his condolences along with other political figures, as investigations into the full extent of the damage continue.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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