Archive · 20 Jul 2025
Two Kanwariyas Killed, Several Injured in Road Accidents in Muzaffarnagar
Two separate motorcycle accidents on the Delhi-Haridwar highway in Muzaffarnagar resulted in the deaths of two Kanwar pilgrims.
In the first accident near Barla bridge, Abhishek died, and four others were injured.
The second accident near Saleempur bypass killed Anil, with four more injured.
Both incidents involved motorcycles colliding.
Police are investigating the accidents.
Authorities have increased security checks at Bhurahedi checkpost to ensure safety during the ongoing Kanwar Yatra due to the increasing number of pilgrims.
Two Kanwar pilgrims died and eight were injured in separate road accidents in Muzaffarnagar.
The accidents occurred on the Delhi-Haridwar National Highway.
One accident involved two motorcycles near Barla bridge, killing Abhishek (28).
Another incident involved two motorcycles near Saleempur bypass, resulting in the death of Anil (23).
Police have increased checking and security measures on the Delhi-Dehradun National Highway.
- Who
- Two Kanwar pilgrims, Abhishek (28) and Anil (23), died; other pilgrims were injured.
- What
- Two separate road accidents involving motorcycles resulted in the deaths of two Kanwar pilgrims and injuries to eight others.
- When
- Saturday night and Saturday.
- Where
- Delhi-Haridwar National Highway in Muzaffarnagar, Uttar Pradesh.
- Why
- The cause of the accidents is under investigation.
Safety Concerns
Police Response
Increased Pilgrims vs Safety Measures
Safety Concerns
There's an increased risk of accidents due to a higher number of pilgrims.
Police Response
Police are increasing safety measures to prevent further incidents.
- Location
- Muzaffarnagar, Uttar Pradesh
- Highway
- Delhi-Haridwar National Highway
- Victims
- 2 dead, 8 injured
- Cause
- Motorcycle collisions
- Involved
- Kanwar pilgrims
- Investigation
- Ongoing by police