**Tragic Collision in Rajasthan Claims Eleven Lives, Including Children**
**A devastating accident in Rajasthan’s Dausa district resulted in the loss of eleven lives, including seven children and three women, early Wednesday morning. The tragedy unfolded around 3:30 am when a pickup van transporting devotees collided with a parked trailer truck while returning from the Khatushyamji temple. Most of the victims were from Etawah district in Uttar Pradesh, as confirmed by local officials.**
Devendra Kumar Yadav, the District Collector of Dausa, reported, “Initial reports indicate that ten individuals died in the accident near Bapi. Nine others were taken for medical treatment, but one later succumbed to their injuries. The collision involved a passenger pickup and a trailer truck.”
Emergency services responded promptly, with ambulances, police teams, and medical personnel arriving at the scene to provide immediate assistance and transport the injured. Those in critical condition were referred to Sawai Man Singh Hospital (SMS) in Jaipur for advanced care, while others received treatment at the Dausa District Hospital.
Sagar Rana, the Dausa Superintendent of Police, stated, “We received information about devotees returning from the Khatu Shyam temple who were involved in an accident, resulting in ten fatalities so far. Approximately 7–8 individuals have been referred to SMS Hospital in Jaipur.”
This tragic incident comes just three days after another fatal collision in Dausa, where five people lost their lives when a trailer unexpectedly split in half and struck a car, killing two instantly and three others en route to the hospital. The victims were returning home after participating in a competitive exam in Jaipur.
As the community mourns this heartbreaking loss, authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding both accidents to prevent future tragedies.
**FAQ**
**What caused the recent accident in Dausa, Rajasthan?**
The accident was caused by a collision between a pickup van carrying devotees and a parked trailer truck, resulting in eleven fatalities.
