SURANKOTE
A severe road accident occurred near Peaks Auto in Surankote, resulting in injuries to four individuals. The incident involved a TUV car bearing the registration number CHOIBJ 1362, which was en route from Surankote to Rajouri. Eyewitnesses reported that the driver lost control of the vehicle, causing it to veer off the road and crash. The injured parties were promptly shifted to Sub-District Hospital (SDH) Surankote for medical treatment. While the exact cause of the accident remains under investigation, preliminary reports suggest driver error combined with potentially hazardous road conditions.
The accident has sparked criticism of the local traffic police in Surankote. Locals expressed frustration over what they describe as a lack of proactive measures to prevent such incidents. According to bystanders, the traffic police’s response was limited to documenting the scene with photographs, with little apparent effort to address underlying traffic safety issues. Residents argue that this incident underscores a broader failure in traffic management and enforcement, calling for more stringent measures and accountability to prevent future accidents.
