Bihar: Speeding Truck Hits RJD Leader Tejashwi Yadav's Convoy, 2 Injured

Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader Tejashwi Yadav on Saturday narrowly escaped a serious accident when he was heading to Patna. According to the reports, Tejashwi Yadav's convoy stopped near Goraul in Hajipur on National Highway-22 around 2 am to have a cup of tea, when a truck collided with several cars in his convoy. In the accident, Tejashwi Yadav's driver and a policeman got injured, while he was fortunate enough to escape the accident narrowly.

Immediate Response and Hospital Visit

Following the crash, the injured personnel were quickly taken to Sadar Hospital for medical attention. Tejashwi Yadav, accompanied by RJD MLA Dr Mukesh Roshan and Vaishali's civil surgeon, visited the hospital to check on their condition. Other officials also joined them to ensure proper care for those injured.

Tejashwi Yadav expressed his concerns over the incident, stating that the truck came within five feet of where he stood. "Had there been even a slight imbalance, the vehicle could have hit us directly," he remarked. He called for strict action against those responsible for this negligence.

Call for Investigation

RJD MLA Mukesh Roshan voiced concerns about whether the truck driver was intoxicated at the time of the accident. He urged for a thorough investigation into the matter and confirmed that a formal complaint has been filed with the police.

Yadav highlighted that road accidents are becoming increasingly common and are leading to numerous fatalities across India. He insisted that accountability is crucial regardless of who is at fault: "It does not matter who they are; action must be taken."