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Rajasthan tourist dies as Scorpio crashes near Atal Tunnel
Hindustan Times··2 Jul
A 34-year-old tourist from Sikar, Rajasthan, identified as Kailash, died and three others were injured when a Scorpio SUV crashed near the north portal of the Atal Tunnel in Kullu on the night of July 1, 2026. Police said the group was travelling from Manali to Lahaul when the vehicle went off the road and hit an under-construction bridge over the Chandra River.
Prism
What It Means For You
- Himachal hill road travel carries higher monsoon accident risk at night.
- Tourists on Manali-Lahaul routes should check speed and weather advisories.
- Unfinished construction zones near highways need careful navigation.
What's Happening
- One tourist died in a Scorpio crash near Atal Tunnel on July 1.
- Three passengers sustained injuries and are under treatment.
- Police linked the crash to overspeeding after exiting the tunnel.
Road Safety Context
- The vehicle hit an under-construction bridge over the Chandra River.
- Iron rods from the structure pierced through the SUV.
- Police have advised against night travel during the rainy season.
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