The death toll from a tragic accident in Dhar district has reached 16, with four more laborers succumbing to their injuries. The incident occurred when a pickup truck carrying around 46 laborers lost control and overturned near a hotel. The impact of the accident was severe, resulting in 12 immediate fatalities and four more deaths later.
The aftermath of the accident was chaotic, with ambulances rushing the injured to District Bhoj Hospital in Dhar. Currently, 13 injured individuals are receiving treatment at the district hospital, six at a private hospital, and nine critically injured patients have been transferred to Indore for advanced medical care. Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has announced financial assistance for the affected families.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed deep sorrow over the tragedy, offering condolences to the bereaved families and wishing a speedy recovery for the injured. The Prime Minister’s Office has confirmed financial support from the Prime Minister’s National Relief Fund for the families of the deceased and the injured. The Dhar district administration has pledged a thorough investigation to determine the accident’s cause and prevent future tragedies.
