A tragic road accident in Madhya Pradesh’s Gwalior district claimed 15 lives and left 26 people injured after a speeding truck rammed into devotees waiting to visit the Sheetla Mata Temple. The accident occurred around 1:30 AM on the intervening night of Saturday and Sunday on Chinaur Road, leaving the area in shock.
Truck Runs Over Devotees Waiting for Darshan
According to the available information, devotees were standing in a queue along the roadside to offer prayers at the temple when the truck reportedly lost control while descending a slope. The vehicle ran over devotees and roadside shops before crashing into the temple’s entrance gate.
The impact was so severe that a section of the temple wall collapsed, trapping several people under the debris. Among those injured were two police personnel. Rescue operations were carried out to help the victims, while the injured were rushed for medical treatment.
Of the 15 people who lost their lives, 11 have been identified so far. The injured are currently undergoing treatment, and authorities are investigating the circumstances that led to the accident.
CM Mohan Yadav Announces Financial Assistance
Chief Minister Dr Mohan Yadav expressed deep sorrow over the loss of lives and extended his condolences to the bereaved families. He stated that the Madhya Pradesh government stands firmly with all those affected by the tragedy.
The Chief Minister directed officials to provide financial assistance of ₹4 lakh to the family of each deceased person, ₹2 lakh to each seriously injured victim, and ₹50,000 to other injured individuals. He also announced that all injured victims would receive free medical treatment.
Ministers Directed to Reach Gwalior
CM Mohan Yadav further directed ministers Edal Singh Kansana and Rakesh Shukla to reach Gwalior at the earliest and assist with relief efforts.
The Chief Minister prayed for peace for the departed souls, strength for the grieving families, and the speedy recovery of those injured. Meanwhile, the investigation into the fatal accident is underway.