Several people sustained injuries when a mini vehicle overturned near HMT Srinagar on Friday morning. The accident occurred close to TK College, prompting an immediate response from police and rescue teams.
Officials confirmed that at least nine injured individuals were rushed to nearby hospitals for treatment, with the number of casualties potentially rising as the situation develops. Authorities attributed the accident to possible speeding or loss of control, though the exact cause remains under investigation.
Eyewitnesses reported chaotic scenes as locals joined rescue efforts before emergency services arrived. Police have cordoned off the area and initiated a thorough probe to determine liability and prevent similar incidents.
This marks another such accident in the HMT area this month, raising concerns about road safety measures on the stretch. Traffic police have announced plans to conduct special drives against speeding vehicles, while civil society groups demand better enforcement of transport regulations. Updates on the condition of the injured are awaited from hospital authorities. (Source: KNC with police inputs)
