A 52-year-old scooter rider was seriously injured after being hit by a white Innova near Badethi in Chinyalisaur, Uttarkashi. He was given initial treatment and later referred to a higher centre in Dehradun for further care.
The injured man has been identified as Gambhir Singh Panwar, son of late Prem Singh Panwar, of Hitara village. He was travelling from Inter College Chinyalisaur towards his village when the incident occurred.
According to the report, Panwar was sitting on his scooter near Badethi while waiting for someone. The Innova, travelling from the Uttarkashi side, then struck him. He fell onto the road and sustained a serious injury to his left ankle.
His uncle, Sundar Singh Panwar, was also present at the time of the crash. The available report does not provide details about the Innova driver or any police action.
Concerns over speeding
The crash has renewed concern among residents about vehicles being driven at high speed in the area. Social worker Rajendra Rangar said speeding had become common in the region.
Rangar called for stricter enforcement of traffic rules and speed controls in populated areas. He said such measures were needed to reduce the risk of similar crashes in the future.
The immediate medical development is the referral of Gambhir Singh Panwar to Dehradun after primary treatment. No further update on his condition is available in the reported information.
Conclusion
The Badethi crash left a 52-year-old scooter rider with a serious left-ankle injury and led to his referral to Dehradun. Residents are seeking stronger action against speeding in populated areas.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Where did the crash occur?
The crash occurred near Badethi in the Chinyalisaur area of Uttarkashi.
Q. Who was injured?
The injured person was 52-year-old Gambhir Singh Panwar from Hitara village.
Q. What vehicle hit the scooter?
A white Innova travelling from the Uttarkashi side hit the scooter.
Q. What injury did Panwar suffer?
He suffered a serious injury to his left ankle.
Q. Where was he referred for treatment?
After initial treatment, he was referred to a higher centre in Dehradun.
Q. Who raised concerns about speeding?
Social worker Rajendra Rangar raised concerns about speeding and sought stricter traffic-rule enforcement.
