Tourists’ Vehicle Accident in Kalam: 1 Dead, Multiple Injured
UrduPoint reports that a tourist vehicle accident in Kalam, a popular destination in Swat, resulted in one death and multiple injuries on August 18, 2026.
Accident Details
According to police, the accident occurred on Mahodand Road in Paloga when a vehicle carrying tourists from Quetta crashed. The Kalam Tourism Police Squad responded quickly and initiated rescue efforts. The injured were transported to Kalam Hospital for medical attention.
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