At least five people were killed when the car they were travelling in was hit by a truck on the National Highway in Basti, Uttar Pradesh, on Monday. The passengers in the car were reported to be severely injured, with three of them still in critical condition. The police are investigating the cause of the crash, with the truck’s high speed and the lane change being key factors under scrutiny. The local community has expressed their sorrow over the tragic loss of life and urged authorities to take stronger measures to ensure road safety, especially on busy highways like the one where the accident occurred. The Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has taken cognizance of the accident and expressed his condolences to the bereaved families of the victims. The injured individuals were rushed to the district hospital for immediate medical attention, and their condition is still being monitored. The horrific scene left the local community shaken, and authorities are working to ascertain whether any further negligence or road conditions contributed to the incident. The accident took place on theNational Highway under the jurisdiction of the Nagar Police Station, near Gotwa Bazaar.