Tanker accident near Khooni Nallah on NH-44: Driver injured, hospitalized

In a harrowing incident that unfolded near the treacherous Khooni Nallah on National Highway 44 in Ramban, a tanker has reportedly rolled down, leaving the driver injured. The incident has prompted a swift response from local authorities who rescued the injured to the hospital.

Just in – There are report of a tanker rolling down near Khooni Nallah on NH-44. Rescue teams reach spot. Driver reportedly injured. Details to follow. @diprjk @OfficeOfLGJandK @DrJitendraSingh @Rameshkumarias @mussarat_zia pic.twitter.com/FebKaZ4kmG

— Deputy Commissioner, Ramban (@dcramban) October 28, 2023

The driver has been identified as Bilal Ahmed Prehnu, a 26-year-old resident. The accident occurred on a challenging stretch of the highway, well-known for its steep and winding roads.

District Development Commissioner of Ramban took to Twitter to share the preliminary details of the incident