Anekal: In a horrendous accident that occurred during the early hours of Thursday, an Ambulance and a lorry reportedly crashed into each other, resulting in three deaths on the spot, including the death of a doctor, patient, and the co-driver of the ambulance near Attibele on National Highway 7 at Anekal Taluk. Four others have sustained serious injuries, it is learned.
The deceased have been identified as Dr. Jadhav Ashok, Nasik Maharashtra-based doctor, Chennai-based individual named Anwar Khan (68), and Ambulance co-driver Babiya. Anwar Khan, a patient suffering from paralysis was being transported from Mumbai Kalyan to Chennai for further treatment in the ambulance when the accident occurred, it is learned.
Panvel-based doctor Dr. Jithendra Biradar, Anwar Khan’s brother Yusuf Khan, Ahmed Raj Sheikh, and ambulance driver Askan Menon have reportedly sustained grievous injuries in the accident and are being treated in a hospital.
On Wednesday, the doctors, and the patient party were en-route to Chennai via an ambulance. However, on Thursday morning when they reached Neralur near Attebele, the ambulance driver tried to overtake ahead and crashed into the rear end of a Lorry in front, it is learned. Attibele police visited the site and conducted an inquiry.
The vehicular traffic on the Highway reportedly came to a chaotic standstill because of the accident.
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Ajman, UAE: Karnataka Legislative Council member and Political Secretary to the Chief Minister, Nazir Ahmed, visited the Ajman Ruler’s Court and Thumbay Medicity, strengthening ties between Karnataka and the UAE.
At the Ruler’s Court, Ahmed met Sheikh Dr. Majid bin Saeed Al Nuaimi, Chairman of the Ruler’s Court, to discuss avenues for collaboration in healthcare, education, and research. He extended an invitation to Sheikh Majid to visit Bengaluru and proposed a future delegation of high-level officials from Karnataka to Ajman and Thumbay Medicity.
As part of the visit, Ahmed toured Thumbay Medicity’s state-of-the-art healthcare, medical education, and research facilities. Praising the institution’s achievements, he described it as a global hub for healthcare excellence.
Commending the efforts of Dr. Thumbay Moideen, founder and president of Thumbay Group, Ahmed acknowledged his role in establishing Thumbay Medicity as a leader in the field. “It is a matter of immense pride to witness Dr. Thumbay’s remarkable progress and the iconic achievements of Thumbay Medicity,” he said.
Dr. Thumbay expressed gratitude for the visit, emphasizing the importance of collaborations that benefit both the UAE and India. “This visit marks a significant milestone in strengthening our shared vision for excellence in healthcare and education,” he stated.
Thumbay Medicity in Ajman is known for its advanced healthcare services, cutting-edge medical education, and pioneering research. It continues to gain global recognition as a model for integrated healthcare and education.