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One Dead, One Injured as Fuel Tanker Overturns and Burns on NH-48 in Rajasthan

Police have opened an inquiry into the cause, including what the tanker was carrying.

Overview

  • The tanker overturned near the Sinwara overbridge on the Jaisalmer–Jamnagar route around 2 pm in Jalore district.
  • Driver Sukhram, 34, died in the fire and his cousin Narsiram, 26, was injured and is receiving treatment.
  • Spilled fuel ignited and flames spread roughly 200 metres before a Sanchore fire brigade brought the blaze under control.
  • Traffic was temporarily halted on one side of the highway as police and administration teams secured the area.
  • The tanker had a Gujarat registration and was reported by a local SHO to belong to Bharat Petroleum, while officials examine the substance involved.