#Jaipur Dumper Crash#Loha Mandi/sbkinews.in
In a horrifying late-night road tragedy, Jaipur witnessed one of its deadliest accidents on Monday when a speeding dumper truck, driven under the influence of alcohol, caused large-scale destruction on Harmara Road near the Loha Mandi area. The monstrous vehicle ploughed through traffic, crushing everything in its path and leaving bodies scattered across the road. At least 14 people lost their lives, and 10 others sustained severe injuries in this catastrophic incident.
According to eyewitness accounts, the dumper, driven by Kalyan Meena—a resident of Viratnagar—was moving at over 100 kilometers per hour and entered the wrong lane near the Loha Mandi petrol pump. The driver first hit a two-wheeler and then went on a rampage, crashing into 17 vehicles, including four cars and several motorcycles. The chaos that followed turned the entire stretch into a scene of devastation and horror.
Locals described hearing loud crashing sounds followed by screams as the dumper ran over multiple vehicles, dragging some for several meters before coming to a halt after hitting a railing. Shocked onlookers rushed to save survivors as the road turned red with blood and debris. Police were quick to reach the spot, where they apprehended the intoxicated driver before an enraged crowd could take any drastic action. Sub-Inspector Ravindra later confirmed that the vehicle was completely out of control due to over-speeding and drunk driving.
The grieving atmosphere intensified as visuals of the accident went viral on social media, showing crumpled vehicles, scattered helmets, and twisted metal parts. Emergency teams immediately took the injured to Sawai Man Singh (SMS) Hospital and Kanwatia Hospital. Hospital officials reported that three patients remain in critical condition and are under intensive care.
Officials and Leaders Express Condolences
Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma expressed deep sorrow over the tragedy and directed the administration to provide the best possible medical care to the injured victims. In a display of urgency, he dispatched three cabinet ministers—Jhabar Singh Kharra, Suresh Rawat, and Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore—to the hospitals for immediate assessment and coordination of relief measures.
Officials assured that families of the deceased would receive government aid and compensation under the state disaster fund. The Chief Minister condemned the rising trend of drunk driving incidents and reiterated that strict legal action will be taken against those endangering public safety.
This accident comes barely a day after another deadly collision in Phalodi district, where 15 people perished in a similar highway crash, raising serious concerns about road safety enforcement in Rajasthan.
Detailed Account of the Collision
Initial reports indicate the dumper first struck a bike carrying two people before moving ahead uncontrollably, hitting consecutive two-wheelers and cars. The collision completely smashed four cars beyond recognition. Witnesses said that one particular bike was flattened under the dumper’s front wheels, while several others got entangled in a heap of wrecked machinery.
A family from Gujarat was among the deceased, as were two men returning from the Khatushyam Ji temple. The violent impact left four victims’ bodies mutilated beyond recognition, with emergency responders struggling to separate the remains from the debris.
Police later revealed that prior to the rampage, the dumper driver had an argument with another car driver over a minor overtaking issue. This altercation escalated, and moments later, the drunken driver began driving recklessly at extreme speed, leading to the horrific accident.
Public Outrage and Law Enforcement Response
Residents of the Harmara area demanded strong punitive action and stricter monitoring of heavy vehicle movement on crowded inner-city roads. Angry citizens gathered in large numbers at the site, criticizing local authorities for negligence and inadequate road safety checks.
Traffic police have now seized the vehicle for forensic inspection and sent the driver’s blood samples for alcohol testing. Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Jaipur assured that the investigation will be swift and transparent, ensuring justice for the victims.
The police also confirmed ongoing efforts to identify all victims and notify their families. Panic and grief spread throughout the city as visuals of the crash trended online, sparking conversations about the urgent need for preventive measures against reckless driving.
A City Mourns, A Warning for All
The Jaipur dumper accident serves as a harsh reminder of the dangers of alcohol-impaired driving and negligence behind the wheel. Experts and road safety activists have urged for compulsory alcohol testing for all heavy vehicle drivers and stricter penalties under the Motor Vehicles Act.
As the city mourns its loss, condolences continue to pour in from across the state. The administration has promised comprehensive support for the victims’ families and strict reform in transport monitoring to avoid such horrific accidents in the future. Readers can refer to the report by The Hindu here.
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