Tragic Accident in Nainital Claims Five Lives
Uttarakhand: 5 dead as car plunges into deep gorge in Nainital

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Five individuals lost their lives when their car plunged into a deep gorge near the Bhawali Bypass area in Nainital, Uttarakhand. The driver, from Lucknow, and four passengers, aged between 12 and 59 from Khatima, were pronounced dead after a challenging rescue operation by local authorities.
- 01The accident occurred near the Bhawali Bypass area of Nainital, Uttarakhand.
- 02The car fell approximately 300 to 400 meters into the gorge.
- 03The victims included four family members aged 45, 59, 19, and 12 years.
- 04The driver was initially unidentified but was later confirmed to be from Lucknow.
- 05The rescue operation was conducted by the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) under difficult conditions.
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A tragic accident occurred on Thursday near the Bhawali Bypass area in Nainital, Uttarakhand, resulting in the deaths of five individuals after their car plunged into a deep gorge. According to local police, the vehicle fell approximately 300 to 400 meters into the gorge. The driver, who was from Lucknow, and four passengers, aged 12, 19, 45, and 59, all from Khatima, were found trapped inside the severely damaged car. DSP Ravikant Semwal reported that the police and the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) were alerted to the incident and promptly initiated a rescue operation. Despite their efforts, all five occupants were declared dead upon arrival at the hospital. The SDRF faced significant challenges during the rescue due to the difficult terrain, but they successfully evacuated the victims with the help of local police and residents. This incident highlights the dangers of driving in hilly regions, especially during adverse conditions.
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This tragic event raises awareness about road safety in hilly areas, emphasizing the need for caution among drivers.
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