In a tragic road accident, 7 people lost their lives when a car rammed into a motorcycle on a highway near Nashik, Maharashtra, on the evening of July 17, 2025. The incident took place on the Nashik-Trimbakeshwar Road, a stretch often prone to speeding and poor visibility.
📍 Accident Details
Location: Near Anjneri Phata, Nashik
Time: Approx. 7:30 PM IST
Vehicles Involved:
🚘 A speeding sedan (carrying 7 passengers)
🏍️ Two motorcyclists
📊 Casualties:
👥 7 car occupants died on the spot
🚑 2 motorcyclists seriously injured and hospitalized
🚓 Police Statement
Local police officials confirmed that the car lost control at a turn and crashed head-on into the bike. Preliminary reports suggest overspeeding and possible brake failure as contributing factors.
“We are investigating if negligence or technical failure caused the incident,” said a Nashik Police official.
🏥 Injured Bikers Undergoing Treatment
The two bikers, aged 22 and 24, were rushed to Nashik Civil Hospital with multiple fractures and head injuries. Doctors report both are in critical but stable condition.
⚠️ Road Safety Alert for Locals
This is the third fatal accident on the Nashik-Trimbakeshwar stretch this month. Locals have repeatedly demanded:
Installation of speed breakers
Enhanced road lighting
Better signage on blind curves
🙏 Community Reaction
The tragic news has sent shockwaves across Nashik. Several political leaders and citizens took to social media expressing grief and calling for immediate road safety reforms.
🕯️ Victim Identification
Authorities are in the process of identifying the deceased. Bodies have been sent for post-mortem at Nashik General Hospital. Relatives are being contacted.
💬 FAQs
Q1: Was alcohol involved in the crash?
No confirmation yet. Police are conducting forensic tests to rule out intoxication.
Q2: Were the car passengers wearing seatbelts?
Initial findings suggest none were wearing seatbelts, which may have worsened injuries.
Q3: Will there be compensation for the victims?
Government authorities may announce ex-gratia relief for families of the deceased after investigation.
Published on : 17th July
Published by : SMITA
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