Five dead, 15 injured in deadly car-bus accident in Karauli, Rajasthan

Karauli (The Uttam Hindu): A devastating car-bus accident occurred on December 24, 2024, in the Karauli district of Rajasthan, claiming the lives of five family members and leaving 15 others injured. The incident took place near Salempur village on the Karauli-Gangapur road when a car, carrying a family returning from the Kailadevi temple, collided head-on with a private bus.

The deceased victims have been identified as Nayan Deshmukh (60), his sister Preeti Bhatt (60), his son Khush Deshmukh (22), his daughter Manasvi (25), and a relative named Anita (55). All were residents of Indore, Madhya Pradesh, and died instantly at the scene due to the severe impact of the crash, which caused the car to become wedged under the bus.

The injured individuals from both the bus and the car were immediately rushed to local hospitals for treatment. Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident, with local police and officials conducting a site visit to gather more details. Eyewitnesses described the collision as extremely violent, raising concerns about road safety in the region. This tragic accident highlights the ongoing traffic safety issues in India, where road accidents continue to be a major concern. As families mourn their loss, authorities are stressing the importance of stricter enforcement of traffic regulations to prevent similar accidents in the future.