Tragedy in Morena: Two Kanwariyas Dead, 14 Injured in Road Accident

Two Kanwariyas died and 14 were injured when a truck collided with a tractor-trolley in Morena, Madhya Pradesh. The incident occurred early Monday on National Highway 44, causing local villagers to block the road in protest. Injured individuals are now stable, and law enforcement has been deployed to maintain order.

In a tragic incident, two Kanwariyas lost their lives and 14 others were injured when a truck collided with a tractor-trolley in Morena, Madhya Pradesh on Monday, according to local police.

The accident occurred at 5am on National Highway 44, approximately 10 kilometres from district headquarters. Villagers, incensed by the incident, assaulted the truck driver and temporarily blocked the highway, officials said.

"The tractor-trolley was part of the Kanwariya procession, providing support. Unfortunately, Bharat Lal Sharma (37) and Ramnaresh Shrama (26) from the Sihoniya area succumbed to their injuries, while 14 others are currently hospitalised and in stable condition. The roadblock has been cleared," stated Morena Additional Superintendent of Police Anurag Thakur.

A significant number of police personnel have been deployed at the scene to ensure law and order, Thakur added. Kanwariyas are Hindu pilgrims who transport water from the Ganges for 'jal abhishek' during Shravan.