Tragedy on Kanwar Yatra: Five Pilgrims Killed in Bihar Crash
Five Kanwariya pilgrims perished in a tragic road accident near Bhagalpur, Bihar, on August 4, 2025. Their vehicle plunged into a roadside ditch, resulting in the death of all occupants.
Initial reports suggested the accident was caused by a combination of speeding and heavy rainfall. Local authorities have categorically ruled out earlier rumours of electrocution as the cause of death.
Following the accident, angry protests briefly disrupted traffic flow in the area. However, the situation was quickly brought under control by the police.
The Bihar government has announced an ex-gratia payment to the families of the deceased pilgrims, offering some solace in their time of grief. This incident underscores the need for stricter road safety measures, especially during large religious gatherings like the Kanwar Yatra. The government must ensure safer routes and better infrastructure to prevent such tragedies in the future.
