MP News: Newlywed Couple, Two Others Injured After Speeding Illegal Sand Tractor Rams Car In Chhatarpur

Chhatarpur (Madhya Pradesh): Four people were injured after a speeding tractor-trolley rammed into their car in Chhatarpur on Sunday.

The injured included a newly-married bride and groom, along with two family members.

It was an illegal sand tractor-trolley rammed into their car near Basantpur Tiraha in Chhatarpur district of Madhya Pradesh late at night.

The accident occurred under the Lavkush Nagar police station area. According to information, a wedding procession had gone from Sarbai village to Bharwara village.

After the wedding ceremony, groom Amit Ahirwar was returning home with his newlywed wife Prabha Ahirwar and relatives in a Venue car. The family was on their way back when the crash happened.

As their car reached Basantpur Tiraha, a fast-moving tractor-trolley loaded with sand came from the opposite direction and hit the car hard. The tractor was reportedly carrying sand illegally. The collision was very strong and the car was badly damaged. The front side of the vehicle was crushed due to the impact.

The groom, bride, the groom’s uncle, and another relative suffered serious injuries in the accident. Local people living nearby quickly rushed to help. They pulled the injured out of the damaged car and immediately took them to the hospital. Doctors said all four are under treatment and are being closely monitored.

After the accident, the tractor driver ran away from the spot, leaving the tractor-trolley behind. Police reached the scene soon after getting the information.

Tractor-trolley seized

The tractor-trolley has been seized, and police have started a search to catch the driver. Officials said the vehicle was involved in illegal sand transport.

Local residents say such accidents are happening again and again because of illegal sand mining and transport.

They have demanded strict action from the administration. People believe that unless strong steps are taken, these dangerous incidents will continue and put more lives at risk.