Gwalior road accident: CM Mohan Yadav removes CSP and suspends 8 police officers

Following a fatal road accident near the Sheetla Mata Temple in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has ordered strict disciplinary action against several police officials. The accident, involving an uncontrolled truck filled with paddy that struck pilgrims waiting in line, resulted in approximately 14 to 15 deaths and at least 26 injuries.

In response to perceived negligence, the Chief Minister directed the removal of Jhansi Road CSP Ravi Bhadoria and the suspension of eight other personnel, including three station in-charges, a traffic inspector, a head constable, and three constables. The Chief Minister emphasized that the safety of pilgrims is paramount and that negligence in duty will not be tolerated.

The state government has announced financial compensation for the victims: 400,000 rupees for the families of the deceased, 200,000 rupees for those seriously injured, and 50,000 rupees for other injured individuals. Additionally, all injured persons will receive free medical treatment.