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Harish Rawat Unhurt After Convoy Crash Near Meerut

Police say a pedestrian stepping in front of the escort vehicle prompted sudden braking that caused rear-end collisions.

Overview

  • The collision occurred Saturday evening on NH-58 near Kankerkheda/Kharoli between about 7:30 and 8:00 pm as the convoy traveled from Delhi to Dehradun.
  • Rawat was moved to a replacement vehicle and continued to Dehradun, while his damaged car was taken to a Toyota service centre with police assistance.
  • A head constable in the escort vehicle sustained minor injuries, according to traffic officials.
  • Authorities have opened a probe to determine the full sequence and responsibility for the crash.
  • Rawat told supporters in Dehradun he is fine and fully fit to serve, and Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami called to express relief at his safety.