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Pilgrim Bus Overturns on Madhya Pradesh Ghat Road, Leaving 1 Dead and Dozens Injured

Investigators are probing whether driver error, high speed during a U-turn or brake failure caused the crash.

Overview

  • The bus carrying Narmada Parikrama pilgrims overturned around 8 a.m. near Baigur on the Khetia–Pati ghat road in Barwani district.
  • Police said about 55–56 people were on board, with one woman killed and dozens injured, including several reported in critical condition.
  • Locals, SDERF and police led a multi-hour rescue, using a crane to free two passengers trapped in the vehicle.
  • Most injured were treated at the Khetia primary health facility, and roughly 15 patients were referred to Barwani district hospital for advanced care.
  • The deceased was identified as Badri Bai, 62, and the group had set out from Indore via Omkareshwar toward Prakasha in Maharashtra.