At least six women died while three others got injured after the e-rickshaw in which they were travelling collided with a tractor in Ujhani area of Badaun district in Uttar Pradesh this afternoon. 

 

Avaneesh Rai. DM of Badayun district told Aakashvani News that the accident took place when nine women of a family were travelling to another village in an e-rickshaw to invite relatives for a wedding. 

 

He said that the e-rickshaw was allegedly attempting to avoid another tractor when it was struck head-on by a speeding tractor coming from the opposite direction. The collision severely damaged the e-rickshaw. He informed that both tractors involved in the accident have been apprehended by the police. 

 

Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed deep sorrow over the incident. He wrote on social media X that “The loss of lives due to a mishap in Badaun, Uttar Pradesh, is deeply painful. I extend my condolences to the bereaved families. Praying for the speedy recovery of the injured.”

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath also expressed grief over the incident and asked officials to provide every possible help to the affected people and families.