Police reported that a car traveling on Marine Drive Road collided with a stationary truck at an early hour, killing four passengers, including the daughter of Jharkhand’s Rural Development Minister. The crash occurred under the jurisdiction of the Sonari police station, and a local officer confirmed the fatality count.
Chief Minister Hemant Soren posted a somber message on social media, calling the loss of a child an immense pain and extending his grief to the bereaved families. He urged strength for those left behind as the investigation unfolds.
In a separate incident, a double‑decker bus caught fire near Jewar Airport on the Yamuna Expressway, resulting in nine deaths, including a woman. Firefighters and police rushed to the scene, rescuing several passengers after breaking the windows to create exits.
Both tragedies highlight the urgent need for stringent road safety measures. The Jamshedpur police have opened a case file on the collision, while the Uttar Pradesh Fire Service is reviewing its protocols after the Greater Noida blaze.