12 people died after a pick-up truck overturned in Madhya Pradesh.ITGD

12 workers killed, 13 injured as pickup truck overturns in Madhya Pradesh

Eyewitnesses reported a scene of chaos and panic as the vehicle, which was reportedly overloaded beyond capacity, flipped multiple times.

by · India Today

In Short

  • The accident occurred around 8.30 pm near a petrol pump in Dhar
  • Eyewitnesses said overloaded vehicle flipped multiple times amid panic
  • Among the dead were several children, deepening the tragedy for families

A devastating road accident in Madhya Pradesh's Dhar district claimed the lives of 12 people on Wednesday night, leaving 13 others critically injured, officials said.

The incident occurred around 8.30 pm near a petrol pump when a pickup truck carrying approximately 35 labourers suddenly lost control and overturned.

Eyewitnesses reported a scene of chaos and panic as the vehicle, which was reportedly overloaded beyond capacity, flipped multiple times. Among the deceased are several children, adding a heart-wrenching dimension to the tragedy.

Residents and police immediately rushed to the site to initiate rescue operations, pulling trapped victims from the wreckage and transporting them to the district hospital.

Medical officials at the district hospital have confirmed that 13 individuals remain in serious condition, with some currently battling life-threatening injuries. While authorities are investigating the exact cause of the crash, preliminary reports suggest the driver lost control of the vehicle due to excessive weight and speed.

The labourers were reportedly travelling together when the vehicle met with the accident on the dark stretch of the highway.

Meanwhile, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has extended condolences to the families of those killed in the accident and announced a compensation of Rs 2 lakh.

"Deeply pained to hear about the loss of lives in an accident in Dhar, Madhya Pradesh. I extend my heartfelt condolences to those who have lost their loved ones in this mishap. Prayers for the speedy recovery of the injured. An ex-gratia of Rs. 2 lakh each from PMNRF would be given to the next of kin of the deceased. The injured would be given Rs. 50,000," PM Modi said.

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