3 people died after a Bolero Max plunged into a nearly 400-metre-deep gorge near Harda on the Saira Ghat–Pithoragarh motor road in Almora district late Wednesday night.
The victims were a mother, her daughter and the vehicle’s driver. All 3 were residents of Harda village. The mother and daughter were returning home after celebrating Bhai Dooj in Pithoragarh.
The vehicle reportedly went out of control near Harda before falling from the road into the deep gorge. No one noticed the accident during the night, and information about the crash reached authorities only on Thursday morning.
Passersby alert police
Passersby spotted the vehicle in the gorge below the road on Thursday morning. They alerted the police, following which officers reached the location and began a rescue operation.
The depth of the gorge made the operation difficult. Police personnel and rescue workers descended into the gorge and worked to bring all 3 victims out of the vehicle.
The deaths have left Harda village in mourning. The available report does not provide the identities of the deceased or any further details about the circumstances that caused the vehicle to leave the road.
Conclusion
The Almora crash killed a mother, her daughter and the driver after their Bolero Max fell into a nearly 400-metre gorge near Harda. Police and rescue teams recovered the 3 victims after the vehicle was located on Thursday morning.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Where did the accident occur?
The accident occurred near Harda on the Saira Ghat–Pithoragarh motor road in Almora district.
Q. How many people died?
3 people died: a mother, her daughter and the vehicle’s driver.
Q. Where were the victims from?
All 3 victims were residents of Harda village.
Q. What were the mother and daughter doing before the crash?
They were returning to their village after celebrating Bhai Dooj in Pithoragarh.
Q. When was the vehicle found?
Passersby spotted the vehicle in the gorge on Thursday morning and informed the police.
