Truck Overturns During Idol Immersion in Damoh, Three Devotees Critically Injured
A speeding truck collided with a procession of devotees in Damoh, Madhya Pradesh, leaving three people seriously injured.
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Devotees Struck by Speeding Truck During Idol Immersion
Damoh, Madhya Pradesh | October 21, 2026 - In a shocking incident in the Damoh district of Madhya Pradesh, a group of devotees walking for the immersion of a deity's idol were violently struck by a speeding truck. The severe road accident resulted in three devotees sustaining critical injuries.
Upon receiving information about the incident, locals immediately assisted in transporting the injured to the district hospital. They are currently receiving medical treatment under the supervision of doctors. The injured individuals have been identified as Lakshmi Rohit, Dalchand Patel, and Deepa Gupta. The truck driver has been identified as Puneet, a resident of the New Damoh area.
Sources indicate that the truck driver lost control of the vehicle during the immersion procession, leading to the accident. The truck driver, Puneet, is reportedly from the New Damoh area.
Swift Response from Police and Administration
Following the notification of the event, the local administration and police department acted swiftly. Chowki Incharge Priyanka Patel, Sonali Jain, and Kotwali Police Station Incharge Manish Kumar reached the scene immediately to assess the situation. Head Constable Ghasiram also arrived at the hospital to monitor the health status of the admitted devotees and gather detailed information about the incident.
Currently, all injured individuals are undergoing treatment at the district hospital, and doctors are continuously monitoring their condition. The police have initiated an investigation into the matter, acknowledging its seriousness, and legal action is being taken against the truck driver, Puneet. The incident has caused considerable stir in the local area.