4 Killed After Car Plunges into Canal in Haldwani, Passengers Unable to Escape

Haldwani, June 25, 2025 — A tragic accident unfolded today when a car carrying several people went out of control in Haldwani and tumbled into a nearby canal. Four occupants inside the vehicle drowned before help could reach them, officials confirmed.

🕒 When & Where

• The incident occurred around late morning near the canal banks on the outskirts of Haldwani.

• Eyewitnesses reported the car veered off the road suddenly, plunging into the canal with little time to react.

🚗 What Happened

• The vehicle, traveling at a relatively high speed, lost traction and skidded off the embankment into the water-filled canal.

• All four passengers were trapped inside and could not escape before the car submerged.

🛠️ Rescue and Response

• Locals rushed to the scene, but the water current and rising depth hampered immediate rescue efforts.

• Police and local rescue teams arrived promptly but had to wait for a marine boat to reach the site.

• Once divers reached the submerged car, all four bodies were recovered.

👮 Official Statements

• Police say a combination of speed and slippery roads—possibly due to recent rains—likely caused the vehicle to lose control.

• An investigation is underway, including a post-mortem report and a check of whether the car’s condition and driver’s actions contributed to the accident.

📣 Has Haldwani’s infrastructure failed to prevent such tragic accidents? Should authorities strengthen canal-side road safety measures? Share your thoughts in the comments.