Kasganj, 16

March (HS): On Monday, an 18-tonne gas-laden capsule tanker overturned on the

Mathura-Kasganj-Bareilly highway near Nagla Dukariya, causing concerns about a

potential gas leak. The tanker was traveling from Gujarat to Bareilly and

overturned due to poor road conditions, prompting authorities to halt vehicular

movement on both e-ways as a precautionary measure. Driver Ravi Kumar, who

escaped unharmed, stated that the accident occurred when the large vehicle lost

balance due to a broken highway section and loose soil on the road. Sub-Divisional

Magistrate Sanjeev Singh, police officers, and fire department teams went to the

scene as soon as they learned of the occurrence. Two fire trucks were

dispatched as part of the safety precautions.

To avoid

adverse situations, authorities diverted traffic and shut off the area around

the tanker. Local people were also warned to keep a safe distance from the

location. Officials said technical specialists from the relevant agency have

been summoned to analyze the issue and inspect the gas tanker to see whether

there has been any leaking. Driver Ravi Kumar has hinted about a tiny leak, but

officials say it has yet to be validated by specialists. According to fire

officer R K Sharma, crews are closely monitoring the situation and working to

securely put the truck upright and restore regular traffic flow on the highway.

Hindusthan Samachar / Abhishek Awasthi