Kerala Road Tragedy: Newlywed Couple Among Four Killed in Collision with Bus

Pathanamthitta, Kerala, December 15 – In a tragic incident, four members of a family, including a newlywed couple, lost their lives in a collision between a car and a bus in Kerala’s Pathanamthitta district early Sunday morning. The accident occurred on the Punalur-Muvattupuzha State Highway around 5 a.m., police said.

Details of the Accident

The car carrying the victims collided head-on with a bus transporting Sabarimala pilgrims from Telangana. The crash resulted in the immediate deaths of three car occupants, while a fourth succumbed to injuries en route to the hospital. None of the passengers on the bus were injured.

Local residents rushed to the scene and helped extricate the car’s passengers from the severely damaged vehicle.

Heartbreaking Context

Preliminary investigations revealed that the victims included a newlywed couple who had recently returned from their honeymoon in Malaysia. The accident occurred a mere 10 kilometers from their residence, making the tragedy even more devastating for their family and friends.

Police Investigation Underway

Authorities have registered a case and are investigating the exact cause of the accident. Early reports suggest that the car veered off course and collided with the bus. The circumstances leading to the crash remain under scrutiny.

A Somber Reminder

The accident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of road safety, particularly during the early hours when visibility and alertness may be compromised. Local residents and officials have expressed condolences to the bereaved family, mourning the untimely loss of four lives.