5 women killed as truck rams into tractor-trolley in Uttar Pradesh's Sitapur

A horrific road accident occurred in the Sitapur district of Uttar Pradesh on Friday, where a speeding truck rammed into a tractor-trolley, resulting in the deaths of 5 women and leaving 17 people injured. According to a report by India Today, NDTV India stated that five people, including an innocent child, lost their lives in this mishap.

The incident took place in the Himmatnagar area under the jurisdiction of the Pisawan police station in Sitapur district. According to preliminary information, people were returning in a tractor-trolley after attending a Mundan ceremony in Hardoi. During this time, a high-speed truck coming from behind collided violently with their trolley.

The impact was so severe that the tractor-trolley overturned. As a result, many people riding in the trolley were thrown onto the road, while some were crushed under the trolley. Following the accident, a state of chaos and panic prevailed at the scene.

Upon receiving information about the incident, police and administrative officials immediately reached the spot and commenced rescue operations. Rescue workers pulled out the people trapped under the trolley. According to India Today, 5 women died at the scene, while 17 other injured persons were immediately shifted to nearby hospitals for treatment.

The district administration has stated that all necessary arrangements are being made to ensure that all the injured receive proper medical treatment. Further investigation into the matter has been initiated by the police.