Dumper truck collides with auto-rickshaw in Poonch, Jammu and Kashmir, injuring 4 people

November 8, 2026

Jammu: A road accident occurred in Jammu and Kashmir’s Poonch district on Sunday morning. A dumper truck collided with an auto-rickshaw, injuring at least 4 people. The auto-rickshaw driver was among the injured. The accident occurred near the Chajjala bridge in the Mankot area of ​​Mendhar tehsil.

According to officials, the accident occurred Sunday morning when the dumper truck (number JK03P-4262) was traveling from Mendhar to Sagra. It was driven by Muhammad Asif Bhat, son of Abdul Ghani, a resident of Hanjipura, Kulgam.

At that time, it collided with a three-wheeled e-auto-rickshaw (number JK12E-0749) traveling from Mankot to Mendhar. The auto-rickshaw was driven by Muhammad Mahroof, son of Muhammad Sadiq, a resident of Nar Mankot.

Four people were injured in the accident

Officials identified the injured as auto driver Muhammad Mahroof, Abdul Rahim (son of Muhammad Shabbir), Shabbir Ahmed, and Irfan Ahmed (son of Muhammad Imtiaz). All are residents of Nar Mankot.

Immediately after the accident, locals rushed the injured to the Sub-District Hospital (SDH) in Mendhar for treatment. Abdul Rahim’s critical condition led him to the Government Medical College (GMC) in Rajouri for further treatment.

Officials said the police have registered a case and initiated an investigation.

Various reasons for road accidents in mountainous areas

Poor geographical conditions, human negligence, and infrastructure problems are considered to be the main causes of road accidents in the mountainous areas of Jammu and Kashmir.

Sharp turns, poor visibility, and steep slopes on mountainous roads make it difficult for drivers to control their vehicles. In districts like Ramban, Doda, Kishtwar, and Poonch, many roads pass along deep ravines. In these areas, even a minor slip or collision can lead to a serious accident.

Furthermore, roads in many rural and high-altitude areas are narrow, making it difficult for vehicles to cross them. The lack of crash barriers, parapets, and proper road signs in many areas also increases the risk of accidents.

Potholes, erosion of curbs, and poor drainage systems also create difficulties for drivers. Speeding and rash overtaking on mountainous roads are also among the major causes of road accidents.