A tragic accident has happened in Hassan, Karnataka. Here a speeding truck climbed on the Ganesh Visarjan procession and moved forward trampling people. 9 people have died in the accident while more than 20 are injured. The condition of many of the injured is critical, so the death toll is expected to increase. It is being told that a large number of people were involved in the Ganesh Visarjan procession and were dancing, during which a speeding truck trampled the people.
The truck crossed the divider and climbed directly on the crowd
According to the information, this accident happened on Hassan-Mysore National Highway-373. According to eyewitnesses, a crowd of thousands was celebrating Ganesh Utsav on one side of the highway, while vehicles were passing from the other side. Then suddenly a truck lost control and crossed the divider and climbed directly on the crowd. The accident was so horrific that 9 people died on the spot while more than 20 people were seriously injured.
There was a lot of shouting on the spot
After the accident, there was a lot of shouting on the spot and people started running here and there. Immediately after the accident, police and administrative officials reached the spot. The injured have been admitted to nearby hospitals, many of whom are said to be in critical condition.
HD Kumaraswamy expressed grief
Union Heavy Industries and Steel Minister HD Kumaraswamy has expressed deep condolences on this accident. He said, I am shocked to hear the news of this tragic accident that took place during the Ganpati immersion procession in Hosahalli. Many devotees have lost their lives in this and more than 20 people have been injured. He expressed condolences to the families of the deceased and wished for the speedy recovery of the injured. He also appealed to the state government to provide free treatment to all the injured.