A truck carrying LPG cylinders caught fire late Tuesday night following a collision with a tanker on the Jaipur-Ajmer highway, sending shockwaves across the area. The collision triggered multiple explosions as the gas cylinders burst, with some flying several metres from the impact site. Flames and explosions were reportedly visible and audible from kilometres away, creating a scene of chaos for nearby residents and travellers.
Several Injured as LPG Cylinders Explode in Highway Collision
IG Jaipur, Rahul Prakash, confirmed that two to three people, including the tanker driver, sustained injuries in the incident. CMHO Jaipur-I, Ravi Shekhawat, added that the driver of the truck involved was taken to a nearby hospital for primary treatment. Fortunately, no fatalities have been reported so far.
Deputy CM Confirms Situation Under Control Amid Fire and Traffic Halt
Deputy Chief Minister Prem Chand Bairwa, who arrived at the scene following instructions from Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma, said the fire was under control. Police and fire brigade teams swiftly reached the Dudu area, halting traffic on the highway to ensure safety. Bairwa also revealed that the drivers and cleaners of both vehicles were currently unaccounted for, with authorities actively searching for them.
Hospital Preparedness Ensures Immediate Care for the Injured
CMHO Shekhawat stated that SMS Hospital was fully prepared to handle casualties, although no major injuries had been reported yet. According to preliminary reports, one man received primary treatment at a local hospital in Dudu. Eyewitnesses reported that the LPG truck had been parked outside a roadside hotel while its driver went for a meal, when the tanker collided with it from behind.
Jaipur Remembers Last Year’s Deadly LPG Highway Fire
The incident has reopened memories of a tragic LPG tanker collision near Bhankrota on the same highway last December, which caused a massive fireball and claimed 19 lives. The repeated occurrence has raised concerns about highway safety and proper handling of LPG transport vehicles.
Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma Orders Full Rescue and Safety Measures
Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma expressed deep concern over the fire incident on the Jaipur-Ajmer highway. He confirmed that disaster management teams were actively conducting rescue operations and instructed the district administration to ensure proper treatment for the injured and support for those affected. In a post on X, he described the accident as “extremely tragic” and urged authorities to provide all possible assistance to citizens impacted by the incident.
Authorities Investigate Cause While Ensuring Public Safety
Senior police and district officials remain at the scene to investigate the cause of the collision and manage the situation. Eyewitness reports and early investigations indicate that safety protocols and timely rescue operations helped prevent casualties. Authorities continue to urge people to avoid the area while emergency services clear the scene and restore traffic flow.
Inputs from agencies
Several Injured as LPG Cylinders Explode in Highway Collision
IG Jaipur, Rahul Prakash, confirmed that two to three people, including the tanker driver, sustained injuries in the incident. CMHO Jaipur-I, Ravi Shekhawat, added that the driver of the truck involved was taken to a nearby hospital for primary treatment. Fortunately, no fatalities have been reported so far.
A truck loaded with LPG cylinders flipped over on the Jaipur–Ajmer highway in India, causing several explosions and damaging vehicles nearby. pic.twitter.com/TrDl2RC1pK
— Nexus (@nexusdossiers) October 8, 2025
Deputy CM Confirms Situation Under Control Amid Fire and Traffic Halt
Deputy Chief Minister Prem Chand Bairwa, who arrived at the scene following instructions from Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma, said the fire was under control. Police and fire brigade teams swiftly reached the Dudu area, halting traffic on the highway to ensure safety. Bairwa also revealed that the drivers and cleaners of both vehicles were currently unaccounted for, with authorities actively searching for them.
Hospital Preparedness Ensures Immediate Care for the Injured
CMHO Shekhawat stated that SMS Hospital was fully prepared to handle casualties, although no major injuries had been reported yet. According to preliminary reports, one man received primary treatment at a local hospital in Dudu. Eyewitnesses reported that the LPG truck had been parked outside a roadside hotel while its driver went for a meal, when the tanker collided with it from behind.
Massive Accident on Jaipur–Ajmer Highway: LPG Truck Overturns Near Maujumabad, Multiple Explosions Reportedpic.twitter.com/jIa4b3OABY
— IndiaWarMonitor (@IndiaWarMonitor) October 8, 2025
Jaipur Remembers Last Year’s Deadly LPG Highway Fire
The incident has reopened memories of a tragic LPG tanker collision near Bhankrota on the same highway last December, which caused a massive fireball and claimed 19 lives. The repeated occurrence has raised concerns about highway safety and proper handling of LPG transport vehicles.
Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma Orders Full Rescue and Safety Measures
Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma expressed deep concern over the fire incident on the Jaipur-Ajmer highway. He confirmed that disaster management teams were actively conducting rescue operations and instructed the district administration to ensure proper treatment for the injured and support for those affected. In a post on X, he described the accident as “extremely tragic” and urged authorities to provide all possible assistance to citizens impacted by the incident.
Authorities Investigate Cause While Ensuring Public Safety
Senior police and district officials remain at the scene to investigate the cause of the collision and manage the situation. Eyewitness reports and early investigations indicate that safety protocols and timely rescue operations helped prevent casualties. Authorities continue to urge people to avoid the area while emergency services clear the scene and restore traffic flow.
Inputs from agencies
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