Dumper truck rams 18 vehicles in Jaipur, 19 dead

In Rajasthan, a speeding dumper truck ploughed into 18 vehicles near Loha Mandi in Jaipur’s Harmada area on Monday afternoon, killing 19 people and injuring more than 10 others, police said. The speeding truck lost control on Lohamandi Road, crashing into several vehicles, including cars and motorcycles coming from the opposite direction. Eyewitnesses said the driver appeared heavily intoxicated and continued driving despite multiple collisions, crushing everything in his path.

Jaipur tragedy: A speeding dumper lost control in Harmada’s Loha Mandi area after brake failure, crushing several vehicles. Ten killed, 30 injured in the horrific accident. #JaipurAccident #Rajasthan #BreakingNews #RoadSafety pic.twitter.com/yE5pZr8jQc

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The rampage ended only after the truck came to a halt following a major crash that left several vehicles mangled. Rescue teams and local police rushed to the spot and pulled out those trapped under the wreckage. Police have detained the driver and are conducting medical tests to confirm alcohol consumption. Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma expressed anguish over the incident and directed officials to ensure all possible assistance to the victims' families and proper medical care for the injured.