Two trucks collide and catch fire on Ahmedabad Expressway; Traffic disrupted for hours

Around 4:15 AM on Thursday, a collision between two trucks occurred on National Expressway 1 near Ahmedabad, approximately 10 kilometers from the city. A stationary truck was hit from behind by another truck, resulting in a fire that engulfed both vehicles. The fire caused severe disruption to vehicular movement on this major expressway connecting Ahmedabad and Vadodara.

Fire and rescue teams arrived promptly at the site and began firefighting operations to control and extinguish the flames. Station Fire Officer Mata Prasad Pandey said, “This morning at around 4:15 am, a truck was parked when another truck hit it from behind. Work is on to extinguish the fire. One truck driver is injured and is undergoing treatment.” The injured driver was taken to a nearby hospital for medical care.

Authorities have launched an official investigation to determine the exact cause of the collision and subsequent fire. Preliminary information confirms that one truck was stationary when the other collided into it from behind. Further details are awaited as the inquiry continues.

The Ahmedabad–Vadodara Expressway, also known as National Expressway 1, is a vital corridor facilitating heavy commercial and commuter traffic between two major cities in Gujarat. Officials emphasize the importance of safety measures to prevent such incidents and ensure smooth flow on this busy route. Firefighting and traffic restoration efforts are ongoing to minimize further disruption.