Tragic Tractor-Trolley Overturn in Raisen Claims Two Lives, Injures 25 Devotees
A devastating road accident in the Raisen district of Madhya Pradesh resulted in the deaths of two individuals, including an eight-year-old girl, and left 25 others injured. The incident occurred on Tuesday evening when a tractor-trolley carrying 32 devotees overturned in the Ganesh Ghati area, approximately 40 kilometers from the district headquarters.
Details of the Fatal Crash
The accident took place around 7 pm between Garhi and Mudiyakheda villages. The victims were residents of the tribal village Bhiladia, located under Gairatganj tehsil, who were returning from a religious function at Pathariya Dham. According to police reports, the speeding tractor-trolley lost control on the ghat section, causing it to flip over and trap many passengers—predominantly women and children—underneath the vehicle.
Immediate Response and Casualties
Passers-by and police teams quickly rushed to the scene, where they worked to pull the injured from beneath the overturned trolley. Medical authorities were promptly alerted to provide emergency care. Ayodhya Bai Adivasi, a 60-year-old woman, died at the spot. The young girl, identified as Jia, succumbed to her injuries during treatment at Hamidia Hospital in Bhopal on Wednesday morning.
Injuries and Medical Treatment
Of the 25 injured individuals, seven with serious injuries were transferred to the district hospital for advanced medical attention. The remaining victims received care at the Gairatganj civil hospital. Women and children constituted the majority of those hurt in this tragic event, as confirmed by police officials. All victims belonged to the tribal community and worked as daily-wage laborers.
Official Investigation and Oversight
Senior district officials, including the collector, additional superintendent of police, and health authorities, visited the hospital late Tuesday night to oversee medical arrangements and monitor the treatment of the injured. The police have registered a case, and an investigation into the exact cause of the accident is currently ongoing to determine factors such as vehicle speed and road conditions.
