Tragic Accident in Uttarakhand's Rudraprayag District

A tragic accident in Uttarakhand's Rudraprayag district claimed three lives after a car plunged into a 250-metre-deep gorge. The incident, which occurred on the Bhiri-Kakola road, prompted an immediate search and rescue by local police. The victims, all local residents, were identified as Naveen Singh, Amit Singh, and Anshul.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Rudraprayag | Updated: 23-04-2026 15:17 IST | Created: 23-04-2026 15:17 IST
Tragic Accident in Uttarakhand's Rudraprayag District
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In a tragic incident, three people lost their lives when a car skidded off the road and plummeted into a 250-metre-deep gorge in Uttarakhand's Rudraprayag district. Local authorities reported the accident, which happened on the Bhiri-Kakola motor road, between Wednesday and Thursday night.

Police received a call about the mishap around midnight, sparking a swift search and rescue operation. The vehicle, en route to Auring from Bhiri, lost control, resulting in the fatal plunge. All three passengers were declared dead at the scene.

The deceased have been identified as Naveen Singh, aged 30, Amit Singh, aged 35, and Anshul, aged 28, all of whom were local residents. This tragic event underscores the hazardous conditions of the region's hilly roads.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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