Incident Summary

In the early hours of Tuesday, 6 October 2026, a pickup loaded with fresh milk from Lalkuan lost traction and fell into a deep gorge adjacent to the Kainchi Dham shrine in Nainital district. The vehicle, bearing registration UK04 CC 3465, slipped off the wet road at approximately 02:00 hrs, injuring its three occupants.

Immediate Response by Locals

Before the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) could arrive, nearby villagers rushed to the site. Their swift action helped pull the three victims from the steep drop, averting a potentially fatal situation while official rescuers were on their way.

Official Rescue Operations

When the SDRF team from the Khairna post, led by Sub‑Inspector Devendra Singh, reached the scene, they coordinated with district police to secure the area. Together they conducted a thorough sweep of the gorge and surrounding terrain to ensure no one else was trapped.

After confirming the site was clear, the injured parties were handed over to medical personnel and transferred by ambulance to the nearest hospital for treatment.

Details of the Vehicle and Those Involved

The three individuals aboard the truck were identified as Ankit Singh, 33, the driver known as Bobby, and a ten‑year‑old boy, Mohammad Saqib. All sustained injuries that required medical attention, but their conditions were reported as stable after receiving care.

Following the rescue, SDRF crews and police continued a systematic search of the accident location and nearby slopes. Authorities are collecting forensic evidence to determine the exact cause of the truck’s departure from the road and its subsequent plunge. Updates will be issued as the investigation unfolds.