In a tragic start to the weekend, two separate accidents on the Yamuna Expressway near Mathura claimed six lives and left more than 30 injured. Both incidents occurred in the early hours of Saturday, pointing to driver fatigue and speed as likely causes.
The first collision took place near milestone 140 inthe Baldev police station area. A Mahindra Eeco van carrying seven passengers lost control and plowed into the rear of a parked truck. The impact was devastating, six people, including a father and his two sons, died on the spot. Two women travelling with them were seriously injured and remain hospitalized. Preliminary findings suggest the driver may have dozed off while driving.
Shortly afterward, another serious accident occurred around milestone 131, where a private bus traveling from Delhi to Madhya Pradesh lost control, hit a divider, and overturned. More than 30 passengers were hurt. Emergency services responded quickly, transporting the critically injured to Mathura District Hospital and S.N. Medical College in Agra.
Senior police officials, including SSP Shlok Kumar, visited both sites and confirmed that excessive speed, driver fatigue, and poor visibility due to early morning haze might have contributed to the crashes.
Traffic on the expressway was briefly disrupted as rescue operations were underway. Authorities have since cleared the wreckage and resumed normal flow. A full investigation is ongoing.
Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has expressed deep sorrow over the fatalities and directed officials to ensure proper medical care for the injured.
This incident adds to the growing concern over safety on the Yamuna Expressway &nbsp;a stretch often criticized for frequent accidents due to overspeeding, poor lighting, and lack of resting zones for long-distance drivers.

6 Killed, 30 Injured in Yamuna Expressway Mishaps

Two early morning accidents near Mathura claim six lives; probe underway

6 Killed, 30 Injured in Yamuna Expressway Mishaps

Two early morning accidents near Mathura claim six lives; probe underway

July 19, 2025 | 18:27 IST