Rahul Gandhi’s convoy involved in collision on Purvanchal Expressway; Congress leader safe
A multi-vehicle collision involving Rahul Gandhi's convoy occurred on the Purvanchal Expressway in Uttar Pradesh. While several security personnel and party workers were injured, the Congress leader remained safe and continued his journey to a court appearance.
Why it matters
The incident involves a high-profile political figure and highlights safety concerns regarding political motorcades.
Rahul Gandhi’s convoy involved in collision on Purvanchal Expressway; Congress leader safe left Visuals of the vehicles involved in the collision on the Purvanchal Expressway on October 26, 2026. Photo: X/@PTI_News https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/m4j1x1/article71625765.ece/alternates/FREE_1200/WhatsApp%20Image%202026-10-26%20at%2011.18.51.jpeg Party workers, officials, and several security personnel were injured in the collision. It is reported that the Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha is safe Lucknow At least four vehicles and an ambulance, part of Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi’s convoy, collided under Haliapur police station area of Sultanpur district at Purvanchal Expressway on Monday (October 26, 2026). Some Congress party members and several security personnel were reportedly injured. Mr. Gandhi’s vehicle was ahead of the site of the crash, and the Congress leader is safe. This accident happened near the 91 km milestone on the Purvanchal Expressway. Mr.
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