Tragic Highway Inferno Claims Eight Lives in Gujarat

Eight people, including five women and two children, perished in a fiery collision in Gujarat's Surendranagar district. The car, carrying them, collided with an SUV and erupted into flames. As locals watched helplessly, the eight occupants were trapped. The accident caused significant traffic disruption on the highway.

Devdiscourse News Desk | Surendranagar | Updated: 17-08-2025 20:05 IST | Created: 17-08-2025 20:05 IST

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In a devastating accident on Sunday, eight individuals were killed in Gujarat's Surendranagar district when their car collided with an SUV, tumbling into a ditch and bursting into flames.

Despite frantic efforts, locals could do nothing as the inferno quickly consumed the vehicle. The tragic incident unfolded near Dedadara village in Wadhwan taluka at approximately 3:40 pm.

Authorities report that while the SUV's front was severely damaged, three passengers inside escaped with minor injuries and were taken to a hospital. The highway witnessed considerable traffic disruption following the accident.

(With inputs from agencies.)