2 Trucks Overturn In 4 Days At Shikarpur Railway Gate; Power Disruption and Traffic Jam Follow

Morena (Madhya Pradesh): The Shikarpur railway gate has become a hotspot for truck overturns, with two incidents occurring in just four days. Last night, a truck carrying ration rice overturned after attempting to navigate the narrow gate. The driver lost control, and the vehicle struck an electric pole, causing a power outage that lasted for hours.

The truck then fell into a deep pit, blocking the road and further complicating traffic. This is the second such incident in a short span, as just four days ago, another truck overturned near the same gate, damaging both the vehicle and a nearby farm wall.

The lack of space at the gate is creating significant traffic disruptions, forcing vehicles traveling from Ambah, Porsa, and Gwalior to take alternative routes. Pedestrians are also facing difficulties as the road is increasingly obstructed.

Local authorities including the discom and police quickly responded to both accidents. However, concerns are growing over the possibility for another major accident at this congested location if proper measures aren’t taken.

Illicit Liquor Worth ₹ 24 Lakh Seized, Two Held

Harda (Madhya Pradesh): Timarni police on Saturday night seized illicit liquor worth Rs 24 lakh near a hotel on Indore-Betul National Highway. The liquor smugglers were using a vehicle with a logo of Post Office Parcel to mislead police.

Addressing media persons on Sunday, SP Abhinav Choukse said police team under SDOP Akansha Talya spotted a suspected truck. Police team intercepted the truck and recovered 4332 bottles of illicit foreign liquor packed in 361 cartons. Police arrested the truck driver Ajay Singh and helper Raghvendra Singh of Gwalior.

During interrogation, the duo informed that they were transporting the illicit liquor from Dhar to Odisha. The estimated cost of the seized liquor is around Rs 24 lakh. This was biggest such seizure in the district in recent years, SP added. An FIR has been registered against the accused under the Excise Act.

Carried daughter with her

SDOP Akansha Talya who headed the operation is a mother of twin daughters. She took one daughter with her while patrolling while the other was asleep at her residence.