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Thirteen OSAP (Second Battalion) jawans sustained injuries in a tragic road accident near Jarapada on National Highway 55 in Angul. The mishap occurred late on Friday night, around 3:30 am, when a private van carrying the jawans collided with a truck from behind.
Driver’s Negligence Blamed For The Accident
According to reports, the van was on its way from Jharsuguda to Chandaka in Bhubaneswar when the driver reportedly dozed off while driving. Due to his carelessness, the pickup van rammed into the truck, resulting in a severe crash that left all 13 jawans injured. The impact was particularly intense on the left side of the vehicle, where seven of the jawans were seated, all of whom are now in critical condition.
Multiple Critical Injuries, Two Jawans Shifted To SCB
Two of the critically injured jawans were administered first aid and then shifted to SCB Medical College and Hospital in Cuttack for further treatment. The remaining jawans are under round-the-clock medical supervision, and their condition is being closely monitored. If required, they too will be transferred to SCB MCH for advanced care.
Gruesome Injuries Reported, Swift Police Response
Sources revealed that one jawan suffered a dismembered hand, while others sustained serious injuries, including trauma to the eyes and head.
The local police acted promptly, reaching the accident site without delay. They rescued the injured jawans and shifted them to Angul District Headquarters Hospital. Arrangements were made for the immediate transfer of the critically injured to Cuttack for better medical attention.
