24 Killed in Horrific Head-On Collision in Assam's Golaghat
At least 24 people died in a massive head-on collision between a vehicle and a truck in Assam's Golaghat district near Kaziranga.
A devastating accident in the Rongajaan area of Assam's Golaghat district has claimed at least 24 lives. The tragedy unfolded on Friday when a passenger vehicle and a container truck collided head-on in a violent crash near the Kaziranga National Park.
The impact of the collision was so severe that it has sent shockwaves through the region. Local authorities and emergency services rushed to the scene to manage the chaos and begin immediate rescue operations. State Minister and Bokakhat MLA Atul Bora arrived at the site to personally oversee the relief efforts and coordinate with medical teams on the ground.
Rescue Efforts and Medical Response
As rescue teams worked to clear the wreckage, the priority shifted to providing urgent medical care to the survivors. Minister Atul Bora confirmed the grim reality of the situation, noting that 24 people have died in the accident so far. The injured are being treated at multiple locations to ensure they receive the necessary attention.
According to official updates, 11 injured individuals have been shifted to the Jorhat Medical College & Hospital for treatment. Other survivors who sustained injuries are currently receiving medical care at the Bokakhat Civil Hospital. The administration is working closely with medical professionals to ensure that those in critical condition receive the best possible care without delay.
Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma expressed his deep sorrow over the loss of life in a statement shared on X. He emphasized that the entire state stands in solidarity with the bereaved families during this incredibly difficult time. The Chief Minister also noted that the administration's primary objective remains the swift recovery of the injured.
"I am deeply distressed by the tragic accident in Kaziranga earlier today. The scale of this loss has shaken all of us, and my heart goes out to every family that has lost a loved one," the Chief Minister stated.
Police are currently investigating the circumstances surrounding the collision, and further details regarding the cause of the accident are awaited as the investigation continues.