Tragic Road Accident in Mandsaur: 12 Dead After Van Plunges Into Well

A tragic road accident in Mandsaur, Madhya Pradesh, resulted in 12 fatalities after a speeding van plunged into a well post-collision with a bike. Rescuer Manohar also died. Prime Minister Modi expressed condolences and announced ex-gratia for the deceased's kin. A rescue operation was conducted by NDRF.

A tragic road accident unfolded in Mandsaur district, Madhya Pradesh, as a van carrying 13 individuals plunged into a water-filled well after hitting a motorbike, claiming 12 lives, authorities confirmed.

The mishap occurred in the Narayangarh police jurisdiction, prompting swift rescue operations led by the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and local units.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi voiced his sorrow over the incident and declared an ex-gratia of Rs 2 lakh for each deceased's family. Meanwhile, the state's Deputy Chief Minister Jagdish Devda indicated that the driver lost control, leading to the van's fateful plunge.

(With inputs from agencies.)