Van Swept Away While Crossing Flooded Drain In Madhya Pradesh, 9 Dead
Nine people died in Madhya Pradesh after their van was swept away while attempting to cross a flooded drain during heavy rains. Despite warnings from locals, the driver attempted to cross, leading to the fatal incident.
Why it matters
This tragedy highlights the dangers of monsoon-related flooding and the critical need for public adherence to safety warnings during extreme weather.
Nine persons, including a girl, were killed after a van carrying 11 passengers got swept away while crossing a swollen nullah (drain) amid heavy rains in Madhya Pradesh's Rajgarh district on Monday, police said.Two occupants of the van managed to swim to safety following the incident that occurred around 9 am near Sarangpur town when the van driver was attempting to make his way through the Padana bypass culvert, an official said.According to eyewitnesses, staff from the local administration and villagers present at the scene had warned the driver not to proceed further.
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