West Bengal: Former Indian cricket captain and ex-BCCI President Sourav Ganguly narrowly escaped a major road accident on Thursday when a lorry rammed into his convoy on the Durgapur Expressway near Dantanpur. The incident, which occurred amidst heavy rainfall, left two vehicles in the convoy with minor damages but fortunately caused no injuries.
According to sources, Sourav Ganguly was en route to Burdwan to attend multiple events, including a function at Burdwan University and a program organized by the Burdwan Sports Association. However, on the way, his Range Rover was suddenly forced to halt as a speeding lorry attempted to overtake the convoy. The abrupt braking led to a chain reaction, causing the vehicles behind to collide with one another.
Eyewitnesses described the situation as momentarily chaotic, with the convoy struggling to regain control on the rain-soaked highway. Ganguly’s car, though impacted, sustained only minor damage. Following the incident, the convoy was stalled on the roadside for nearly ten minutes before resuming its journey once authorities ensured the safety of the route.
Despite the unnerving experience, Ganguly proceeded with his schedule unfazed. He attended the planned events in Burdwan, engaging with fans and dignitaries without any signs of distress. His composed demeanor reflected his resilience, a trait that has defined both his cricketing and administrative career.
The accident has raised concerns over road safety, especially for high-profile figures traveling through busy highways during adverse weather conditions. While there has been no official statement from Ganguly regarding the incident, close sources confirmed that he is safe and unharmed.
Sourav Ganguly, affectionately known as ‘Dada’ by millions, continues to be an influential figure in Indian cricket and beyond. His survival in this incident has come as a relief to fans, who took to social media expressing their concern and wishing him well.
Authorities are likely to investigate the lorry driver’s recklessness to prevent similar incidents in the future. Meanwhile, Ganguly’s unwavering commitment to his engagements, despite the unsettling episode, further cements his stature as a fearless leader both on and off the field.
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