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One dead, 56 injured in twin road accidents on Jammu‑Srinagar highway in Ramban, J&K
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 04 Oct 2026, 06:39 AM
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Twin collisions on the Jammu‑Srinagar highway in Ramban district left one person dead and 56 others wounded, officials said.
Two separate crashes occurred on the Jammu‑Srinagar national highway within the Ramban district of Jammu and Kashmir, resulting in one fatality and 56 injuries, according to local authorities. The incidents happened in quick succession, prompting immediate deployment of police, medical teams and rescue vehicles to the scene. Victims were taken to nearby hospitals for treatment, while the deceased was identified at the site. Police have cordoned off the affected stretch of the highway and are conducting a preliminary investigation to determine the cause of the accidents. Officials have urged commuters to exercise caution and follow traffic advisories while the road remains under scrutiny.