Three killed as dense fog triggers massive pile-up on NH-58 in Rajasthan

JAIPUR: At least three people were killed and around 12 others were injured in a massive pile-up involving six vehicles on the National Highway-58 near Bhilwara city in Rajasthan, officials said here on Friday.

The area was gripped by dense fog in the morning, leading to a major road accident in Bhilwara district.

According to reports, the accident took place around 7 a.m. near Kothari Bridge on the Bhilwara-Ajmer Road, close to Bhilwara city. Poor visibility due to heavy fog caused six vehicles to collide one after another. Several vehicles were badly damaged, and three people died on the spot.

Chaos erupted on the national highway following the accident. Police rushed to the scene and, with the help of local residents, rescued injured passengers who were trapped inside the mangled vehicles after considerable effort. Witnesses reported scenes of panic, with injured victims screaming and crying for help.