HYDERABAD, February 11: The death toll from a severe road accident on the Hyderabad-Jabalpur highway has risen to eight, with several others sustaining injuries. The tragic incident occurred on Tuesday when a passenger vehicle collided with a heavy transport truck.
According to police reports, the accident took place near a highway stretch in Madhya Pradesh. Initial investigations suggest that overspeeding and poor visibility may have contributed to the collision. Emergency response teams rushed to the scene and transported the injured to a nearby hospital for treatment.
Authorities have identified the deceased and are in the process of informing their families. Meanwhile, traffic was disrupted for several hours following the accident but has since been restored.
Officials have urged motorists to exercise caution while driving at night, particularly on highways prone to heavy vehicular movement. Further investigations are underway to determine the exact cause of the crash.
