Seven vehicles collide in Kottayam, several injured

KOTTAYAM: At least seven vehicles collided in an accident on National Highway 183 at Mundakayam in Kottayam on Sunday morning, leaving several passengers and pedestrians injured. The accident occurred at Chotti Junction around 8.15 am. Five cars, an autorickshaw and a scooter were involved in the collision.

According to locals, the accident occurred when a speeding car hit a vehicle coming from the opposite direction while attempting to overtake another vehicle. This triggered a chain collision involving the other vehicles.

Eight of the injured were admitted to Mary Queens Mission Hospital at 26th Mile, while three others were taken to Kanjirappally General Hospital. According to reports, none of the injuries is serious.