December 21st 2024.
The city of Jaipur was struck by a devastating tragedy on Friday morning. A collision between an LPG gas tanker and a truck on the Ajmer Highway resulted in a massive explosion and fire, claiming the lives of eight people and injuring over 35 others. As the day progressed, the death toll continued to rise, with more victims succumbing to their burn injuries.
The collision caused the highly flammable gas to leak, engulfing the surrounding area in a fierce blaze that spread over 200 meters. The intensity of the fire was so great that it caused over 40 vehicles, including a sleeper bus carrying 34 passengers, to catch fire. Sadly, many people were unable to escape the flames, including workers at a nearby pipe factory.
The aftermath of the accident was devastating, with numerous birds being burned in the towering flames. The heat was so intense that it even caused a bike rider's helmet to melt and stick to his face, resulting in severe burns to his eyes. In total, eight people lost their lives, and 35 others were left with burns of varying degrees.
The tragedy did not end there, as even hours after the incident, people in the area were still experiencing the effects of the fire. Many reported experiencing suffocation and irritation in their eyes. The impact of this horrific accident was felt by the entire community.
In response to the tragedy, Prime Minister Narendra Modi offered his condolences and announced financial aid for the victims. He expressed his sorrow at the loss of lives and announced an ex-gratia of Rs 2 lakh for the families of the deceased from the Prime Minister's National Relief Fund. Additionally, Rs 50,000 would be given to each injured person, including the 20 passengers who suffered severe burns and the 14 who are still missing, including the driver and conductor of the sleeper bus.
The toll in this tragic accident and fire has now risen to 14, and it is feared that it may continue to climb due to the severe nature of the burns. The incident occurred when the LPG tanker, which was traveling from Ajmer to Jaipur, attempted to make a U-turn back to Ajmer and collided with a truck coming from Jaipur. This collision proved to be catastrophic, leading to immense destruction and loss of life.
The city of Jaipur has been left reeling from this devastating accident, and our hearts go out to all those who have been affected by this tragedy. May the souls of the departed rest in peace, and may the injured recover quickly and fully. Let us all come together to support and aid those who have been impacted by this horrific incident.
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