Yamuna Expressway Tragedy: Fog Linked Pile-Up Leaves 4 Dead

Updated: 16 Dec 2025, 17:35 IST
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A fatal road accident took place on the Yamuna Expressway in Uttar Pradesh’s Mathura after dense fog caused a massive multi-vehicle pile-up early Tuesday morning. At least seven buses and three cars collided near Milestone 127 in Baldev area, triggering a huge fire that engulfed several vehicles. According to Mathura District Magistrate Chandra Prakash Singh, four people lost their lives and 25 others were injured. Rescue teams, firefighters and ambulances rushed to the scene as thick smoke and charred vehicles marked the tragic aftermath. Dramatic visuals from the spot were shared by ANI, showing the extent of the devastation. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath took cognizance of the incident and announced ₹ 2 lakh compensation for the families of the deceased and CZK 50,000 for the injured. According to authorities, the primary cause was low visibility due to dense fog as several parts of Uttar Pradesh witnessed heavy smog conditions. The rescue operation is now in its final stages, officials confirmed.