Horror on Rajasthan Highway – 11 Dead After Pickup Van Collides with Truck

Dausa, Rajasthan :- A tragic road accident occurred in Rajasthan’s Dausa district early Wednesday morning when a pickup van collided with a stationary truck, killing 11 people, including seven children, and injuring eight others.

The passengers were returning to their village in Etah, Uttar Pradesh, after visiting Khatu Shyam and Salasar Balaji temples. The accident took place on the Manoharpur highway around 4–5 AM, according to Dausa Superintendent of Police Sagar.

Among the deceased were seven children and four women. The identified victims include:

Poorvi (3)

Daksh (12)

Seema (25)

Priyanka (25)

Anshu (26)

Saurabh (28)

Sheela (35)

There were 20 passengers in the pickup van at the time of the collision. One of the eight injured is reported to be in critical condition.

Authorities are investigating the cause of the accident and have urged drivers to follow road safety measures, especially during early morning hours when visibility is low.

This tragic incident highlights the risks of road travel in Rajasthan, particularly for pilgrims returning from temples.