Attock Tragedy Involving Faisal Movers: A Faisal Movers bus, known for its history of accidents, overturned near the Fateh Jhang Interchange on the M-14 Motorway in Attock district, Punjab, resulting in 10 fatalities and 22 injuries. The bus was traveling from Mianwali to Rawalpindi when the driver lost control, reportedly due to overspeeding. Rescue teams transported the injured to the Tehsil Headquarters Hospital, where several remain in critical condition.
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Sindh Collision: In a separate incident in Sindh’s Naushahro Feroze district, eight people were killed, and 13 others were injured in a van-truck collision near Moro city on the M-6 Motorway. The van, carrying passengers returning from a wedding in Hyderabad, collided with a stationary truck. The truck driver fled the scene. Critically injured individuals were shifted to Nawabshah for advanced medical care.
Official Condolences: Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah expressed deep sorrow over the Moro accident and extended condolences to the bereaved families.
Road Safety Concerns: The incidents highlight Pakistan’s recurring road safety issues, including overspeeding and non-compliance with traffic laws. Authorities have called for stricter enforcement of traffic regulations to prevent such tragedies.
A String of Accidents: These motorway crashes follow a series of recent accidents across the country. Earlier this month, a bus overturned in Sahiwal, injuring ten, while a Lahore-based family lost seven members in a fog-related collision near Faisalabad.
Call for Action: The National Highway and Motorway Police have reiterated their appeal to motorists to observe speed limits and practice safe driving. These tragic accidents underscore the urgent need for enhanced road safety measures to prevent further loss of life.
