Srinagar, A tourist vehicle accident near Sonamarg in the Ganderbal district of Indian illegally occupied Jammu and Kashmir resulted in the deaths of four individuals on Sunday, with another person still missing. The vehicle, carrying eight tourists, veered off the road and plunged into the Nallah Sindh river, underscoring ongoing road safety issues in the region.
According to Kashmir Media Service, rescue operations are ongoing for the missing tourist, while two others who were injured in the incident are receiving medical treatment. The cause of the accident is still under investigation, but initial reports point to poor road conditions and insufficient safety measures as significant factors contributing to the high rate of traffic accidents in the area.
This incident brings to light the critical need for urgent improvements in road safety and infrastructure to prevent future tragedies and ensure the security of both residents and visitors in the region.