A terrible accident happened on the Jaipur-Ajmer highway on Friday morning. A gas tanker collided with several vehicles, causing a huge fire that killed seven people and injured over 35 others. More than 30 vehicles caught fire, sending thick black smoke into the sky. Eyewitnesses saw the flames from nearly a kilometer away.
Ambulances and fire trucks quickly rushed to the scene. One school van driver, who was picking up students, shared a shocking story of seeing a man on fire. Officials from Rajasthan’s health department confirmed the deaths and injuries. The police are concerned that some people may have been trapped in their vehicles and could not escape.
Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma and Health Minister Gajendra Singh Khimsar visited the SMS Hospital, where the injured were taken. Sharma spoke to doctors, ensuring everyone received the best care possible. He also visited the accident site and chatted with police officers. In a message on social media, he expressed his sadness over the tragedy and promised swift medical help.
Police officials, including Jaipur Commissioner Biju George Joseph, arrived at the highway to manage the situation. Minister Khimsar said many injured people are in critical condition, and all doctors were called in to help. They even opened an extra ward in the hospital for more patients. Some victims received first aid at nearby hospitals.
An official report stated that a sleeper bus was behind the gas tanker during the crash. They are still trying to find out more about the passengers on board. Crews are working to clear the burnt vehicles off the highway to reopen it.
Many leaders, including Chief Minister Sharma and former Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot, expressed their condolences. Police reported that it was tough to control the fire at first, and fire teams struggled to reach the scene. Luckily, three nearby petrol stations were not harmed.
To assist victims’ families, a district administration team is at the hospital. For anyone needing information, Jaipur Police has set up helpline numbers: 9166347551, 8764688431, and 7300363636.
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