18 Dead, 3 Injured As Tourist Bus Crashes Into Parked Trailer In Rajasthan’s Phalodi
At least 18 devotees were killed and three others injured when their bus collided with a stationary trailer in Rajasthan’s Phalodi district. The tragic accident occurred approximately 400 kilometers from state capital Jaipur.
Key Details
- Casualties: 18 dead, 3 injured
- Location: Matoda area, Phalodi district
- Victims: Devotees returning from religious sites
- Route: Returning from Sursagar (Jodhpur) after visiting Kolayat (Bikaner)
Official Response
Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma expressed deep condolences and assured full support to affected families. The state government has directed district administration to ensure proper medical treatment for all injured victims.
“The loss of lives in the road accident in the Matoda area of Phalodi is extremely tragic and heart-rending. My condolences are with the bereaved families. Instructions have been issued to district administration officials to ensure proper treatment for all injured. I pray to the Lord to grant peace to the departed souls and provide speedy recovery to the injured.” – Rajasthan CM Bhajanlal Sharma
Recent Road Safety Concerns
This tragedy follows several fatal accidents across Rajasthan:
- Last Month: 26 people died when a sleeper bus caught fire in Jaisalmer due to AC short circuit
- Recent Incident: Two killed, ten injured when private bus contacted power line in Manoharpur
The transport department has launched inspection drives targeting illegal vehicle modifications and permit violations following these incidents.
Authorities continue to investigate the Phalodi bus crash as more details emerge.
