In a severe road mishap late Tuesday night, six people were killed when a car collided head-on with a trailer truck on National Highway 21 near Kailai village in the Sikandra police station area of Dausa district, Rajasthan.
What Happened
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The accident occurred around late night on NH-21 (Jaipur-Agra highway), a busy route that has seen multiple road incidents.
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A Swift Desire car reportedly hit a trailer coming from the opposite direction.
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The collision was so grave that all six occupants of the car died either on the spot or shortly after being taken to hospital.
Victims & Aftermath
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The deceased were young men from the same village.
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Four were declared dead at a nearby hospital and the remaining two died during treatment, including one after being transferred to Jaipur for advanced care.
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Local residents and emergency services rushed to the site to assist, but the impact left the vehicle badly damaged.
Police Response
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Police and traffic officials reached the crash site to begin a preliminary investigation.
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Authorities have not yet released the official cause, but factors under review include speeding and head-on impact dynamics.
Road Safety Concerns
This incident highlights ongoing road safety challenges on NH-21, especially on high-traffic stretches after dark. Police continue to urge motorists to adhere to speed limits and drive cautiously to prevent further tragedies.