Following the accident at Sheetla Mata Temple near Gwalior, on the instructions of Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav, Agriculture Minister Mr. Edal Singh Kansana and Renewable Energy Minister Mr. Rakesh Shukla reached the hospital in Gwalior to inquire about the health of the injured devotees and after discussing with the doctors, gave instructions to provide better treatment to all the injured devotees. Along with this, after discussing with the administrative officials, they were asked to ensure proper treatment of the injured. Regional MP Mr. Bharat Singh Kushwaha, District President Mr. Jaiprakash Rajouria, public representatives and administrative officials were present with them.
The two ministers and the MP visited the trauma center of Jayarogya Hospital and inquired about the health of all the injured being treated and spoke with their families. They also provided necessary guidance to the doctors regarding the proper treatment of the injured. They expressed their condolences to the families of those who died in the incident.
Fourteen devotees were killed and approximately 42 others injured in a tragic road accident that occurred around 1:30 a.m. Saturday near the main entrance of the Sheetla Mata Temple in Satau, Gwalior district. Seriously injured devotees are receiving specialized treatment at the trauma center of Jayarogya Hospital. Treatment for the other injured is also ongoing.
According to reports, a truck loaded with paddy, coming from Antari, lost control and collided with the main entrance of the temple. Devotees standing near the entrance were struck by the truck.
Upon receiving information about the incident, the district administration and police team immediately rushed the injured to the trauma centre of Jayarogya Hospital, Gwalior through ambulance, where doctors immediately started their treatment.
Collector Mrs. Ruchika Chauhan, accompanied by Senior Superintendent of Police Mr. Dharamveer Singh, visited the Trauma Center to review the treatment arrangements for the injured. She instructed doctors to ensure the best possible treatment for all injured. Special arrangements have also been made for the treatment of seriously injured devotees.
According to preliminary information, doctors have declared 14 of the approximately 42 pilgrims injured in the accident dead. Eight seriously injured are receiving specialized treatment at the trauma center. Treatment for the remaining injured is also ongoing.
The area is mourning the loss of devotees in this tragic accident. The district administration is ensuring the best possible treatment and necessary arrangements for the injured.