Bengaluru: A major tragedy was narrowly averted in Bengaluru after a truck carrying domestic LPG cylinders overturned in the Nandini Layout area, with two motorcyclists escaping unhurt by a matter of seconds. The dramatic incident was captured on CCTV.
According to preliminary information, the accident occurred around 11:30 am when the truck, loaded with household gas cylinders and heading for distribution, lost control and overturned on the road. Initial reports suggest that the vehicle may have collided with a car before flipping over.
At the time of the incident, two bikers were passing through the same stretch and managed to escape miraculously. Eyewitnesses said that even a delay of a second could have resulted in a fatal outcome.
Several LPG cylinders fell onto the road following the accident, raising fears of a potential explosion. However, no leakage or blast was reported, preventing what could have been a major disaster. Emergency staff quickly acted to secure the area and prevent any gas leak.
#Karnataka #Bengaluru– A major accident was averted Videos👇of the accident in which a #LPG cylinders-laden truck lost control and #crashed in Nandini Layout. Two bikers escape miraculously, Only truck driver suffered injuries.#banglore pic.twitter.com/qpUgo9olmd
— Siraj Noorani (@sirajnoorani) March 28, 2026
The truck driver sustained injuries to his hand and has been admitted to a private hospital for treatment. Police from Mahalakshmi Layout and Rajajinagar Traffic Police stations rushed to the spot and carried out an inspection.
A case has been registered, and investigations are underway to determine the exact cause of the accident, including whether it was due to brake failure, overspeeding, or driver negligence.
The incident has once again highlighted the risks associated with transporting hazardous materials through busy urban areas and the need for stricter safety measures.
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