In a devastating accident, seven members of the same family lost their lives in a head-on collision between a truck and a mini bus on the Delhi-Jammu national highway early Friday morning. An additional 25 people were injured in the incident.

According to a report by India Today, the tragic accident occurred when 30 family members were traveling in a mini bus to Vaishnodevi in Jammu for a pilgrimage. The bus, which had started its journey from Uttar Pradesh, collided with a truck near Ambala. The collision was triggered when the truck driver abruptly braked in front of the moving bus.

The violent collision resulted in the immediate death of three individuals on the spot. Four others succumbed to their injuries while receiving medical treatment at the hospital. The condition of the injured remains critical, with many receiving urgent care at the hospital.

A survivor of the crash revealed that the mini bus driver was intoxicated at the time of the accident and fled the scene shortly afterward. This revelation has added a layer of tragedy to the already heartbreaking incident.

State police confirmed that the truck driver also fled the scene following the accident. However, the truck has been impounded, and authorities have registered a case to investigate the incident further. Efforts are underway to locate and apprehend both drivers involved in the crash.

The accident has left the family and their community in deep shock and mourning. The family, en route to a religious pilgrimage, had anticipated a journey of faith and togetherness. Instead, they were met with an unimaginable tragedy.

Authorities are working to provide support to the grieving family and ensure that those injured receive the necessary medical care. The accident has also highlighted the ongoing issue of road safety and the dangers posed by intoxicated driving.

This tragic accident underscores the importance of road safety measures and the need for stringent enforcement of laws against driving under the influence. The community and authorities are rallying to support the affected family during this difficult time, while efforts continue to bring those responsible to justice.