Handwara – A fatal accident in the Rajpora (Kehkachi) Rajwar area of Handwara has left four people dead and two others injured. The accident occurred when the driver of a Mahindra Maximo vehicle lost control, causing the vehicle to plunge into a deep gorge.
The deceased have been identified as Ghulam Rashool Bhat and his three children: Imtiyaz Ahmad Bhat, Shabnum Aara, and Rifat Aara. The family was traveling together when the tragic incident occurred. Eyewitnesses reported that the driver struggled to regain control of the vehicle as it veered off the road, but was unsuccessful in preventing the fatal plunge.
Local residents and emergency services rushed to the scene, but the impact of the crash left little chance for survival. The bodies of the deceased were recovered from the wreckage, while the injured were transported to a nearby hospital for urgent medical attention. The identities of the injured individuals have not been disclosed, but they are currently receiving treatment, and their condition is being closely monitored.
The sudden and tragic loss of Ghulam Rashool Bhat and his children has plunged the Rajpora community into mourning. Bhat was a respected figure in the area, and the loss of his family has left neighbors and friends in a state of shock and grief.
Authorities have initiated an investigation into the cause of the accident. Preliminary reports suggest that the driver lost control of the vehicle due to the treacherous road conditions. However, officials are also examining other potential factors, including mechanical failure and human error.
Local officials have urged motorists to exercise caution and adhere to speed limits, especially on hazardous stretches of road.