Dwarka – In a devastating road accident near Padar in Devbhumi Dwarka district on Saturday evening, seven people, including five members of a single family, lost their lives. The victims include two children. Additionally, 15 people were injured and have been admitted to Khambhaliya Hospital for treatment.
The accident occurred when a private bus driver lost control of the vehicle after an animal suddenly appeared on the road. The bus crossed the divider and collided with three oncoming vehicles, including two cars and a motorcycle. The collision took place around 8 PM near Bardiya village, approximately six kilometers from Dwarka on the Dwarka-Khambhaliya highway.
Eyewitnesses reported that the bus, operated by a private travel agency, became unbalanced while attempting to avoid the animal. The bus crossed the divider and hit two cars and a motorcycle traveling in the opposite direction, before overturning. The impact of the collision was severe, resulting in the death of seven individuals.
The victims have been identified as Hetalben Thakor (28), Priyanshi Thakor (18), Tanya Thakor (3), Riyaji Thakor (2), Viren Thakor, Chirag Bariya (26), and an unidentified woman. Five of the deceased belonged to the same family from Palsana Kalol village in Gandhinagar district, while Chirag Bariya was a resident of Bardiya village in Dwarka district.
Emergency services responded promptly to the scene, with ambulances arriving from various districts to assist the injured. Medical teams from Jamnagar’s GG Hospital are treating the injured, with additional support from local authorities. Jamnagar MP Poonamben Maadam, Minister Mulu Vira, and senior officials also reached the site to oversee the situation.
According to Prant Officer Anmol Awte, the injured are receiving primary treatment at Khambhaliya Hospital, with necessary medical attention being provided to stabilize their condition.
