A Tempo Traveller carrying 20 tourists from Haridwar to Mussoorie broke through a roadside parapet and plunged nearly 10 metres into a gorge near Mussoorie Lake on Thursday. The vehicle became lodged among trees, preventing it from falling farther.
All 20 occupants were rescued with help from local residents and emergency teams. The incident occurred on the Mussoorie–Dehradun road and a potentially more serious outcome was avoided after the vehicle stopped among the trees.
Passenger treated for minor injuries
one passenger, 45-year-old Sakhi Patel, sustained minor injuries and received medical treatment. The available report does not record any other injuries among the tourists.
The group comprised 5 families originally from Gujarat who are currently living in Mumbai. They had travelled from Haridwar towards Mussoorie when the vehicle left the road.
Vehicle and driver identified
The Tempo Traveller carried registration number DLoneVC5507. It was being driven by Sonu, 40, a resident of Rohini in Delhi.
The rescue involved both local residents and emergency teams. No further official information about the cause of the crash or any subsequent action was provided in the available material.
Conclusion
Twenty tourists were rescued after the Tempo Traveller fell nearly 10 metres near Mussoorie Lake. Trees halted the vehicle’s further descent, while Sakhi Patel received treatment for minor injuries.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. How many tourists were in the Tempo Traveller?
Twenty tourists were travelling in the vehicle.
Q. Where did the incident occur?
It occurred near Mussoorie Lake on the Mussoorie–Dehradun road.
Q. How far did the vehicle fall?
The Tempo Traveller plunged nearly 10 metres into a gorge.
Q. Were the tourists rescued?
Yes. Local residents and emergency teams rescued all 20 occupants.
Q. Who suffered injuries?
Sakhi Patel, 45, sustained minor injuries and received medical treatment.
