Collision occurred on Mumbai-Agra highway

NASHIK: A severe collision occurred on the Mumbai-Agra highway in Kasara Ghat, on Sunday, around 2:15 pm, resulting in injuries to at least five individuals. The accident involved a truck transporting iron rods and five cars, all traveling in the same direction.
According to the Kasara police, at least three people sustained serious injuries, while two others suffered minor injuries.However, the exact number of injured individuals and the severity of their conditions are yet to be determined, as the injured have been transported to various hospitals in Kasara and Shahpur.
The Ghoti unit of the Highway police reported that the truck experienced a mechanical failure, causing the driver to lose control of the vehicle. Consequently, the truck collided with five cars, either those in front of it or those attempting to overtake the truck.
The police are currently conducting an investigation into the incident to establish the precise cause of the accident and to evaluate the full extent of the damage and injuries sustained.
The Mumbai-bound lane of the highway experienced temporary traffic disruptions. However, the police took prompt action to remove the damaged vehicles from the roadway, allowing traffic to resume on the busy highway.