A tragic road accident on Sunday morning left five young men dead in Madhya Pradesh’s Gwalior district. The crash happened on the Gwalior–Jhansi highway near Malwa College, around 20 km from the main city. Police officials said the accident took place around 6 am when a speeding car collided with a sand-laden tractor.
How the Accident Happened
Car Hit Tractor From Behind
According to officials, a white SUV carrying five boys was travelling from the Dabra side of the highway. The car crashed into a tractor that was loaded with sand. The tractor was ahead on the road when the collision happened.
Police said that the impact was so strong that none of the boys survived. All five were found dead at the spot.
Police Version of the Incident
Senior Officers Present at the Scene
Gwalior City Police Chief Hina Khan and Superintendent of Police Robin Jain reached the location soon after receiving calls from the control room.
Officials confirmed that:
- CCTV cameras near Malwa College are being checked
- Police are trying to confirm whether the tractor took a wrong turn
- The tractor driver was not present at the spot
Police have the contact number of the tractor driver and have started action against him.
Victims Taken for Post-Mortem
Families Being Informed
The bodies of all five victims were taken to the district hospital for post-mortem. Initial investigation suggests that some of them belonged to the Rajawat family from Adityapuram.
Police are still identifying the remaining victims and informing their families.
Negligence Under Investigation
Wrong Direction or Overspeeding?
The police are exploring two possibilities:
- Whether the tractor trolley entered the road from the wrong direction
- Whether the car was speeding early in the morning
Officers said that the exact cause will be clear only after analysing CCTV footage and talking to the tractor driver.
Why Such Accidents Keep Happening
Road accidents involving tractors are common in semi-urban highways because:
- Many tractors drive without proper rear lights or reflectors
- Sand-laden trolleys are often overloaded
- Early morning fog or low visibility makes things worse
- Young drivers tend to overspeed at dawn when roads are empty
Experts say better lighting, stricter checks, and awareness can prevent such tragedies.
Conclusion
The Gwalior accident shows once again how dangerous highways can become when visibility is low and vehicles are not driven responsibly. While police are investigating whether negligence caused the crash, five families are already in deep grief. Authorities say action will be taken once all facts are verified.
FAQs
Who died in the accident?
Five young men travelling in a white SUV died on the spot. Police are still confirming all identities.
Where did the accident take place?
It happened near Malwa College on the Gwalior–Jhansi highway.
What caused the collision?
The car hit a sand-laden tractor from behind. Police are checking if the tractor was on the wrong side or if overspeeding was involved.
Was the tractor driver found?
No. The tractor driver fled the scene but police have his contact number.
Are CCTV cameras being checked?
Yes, police are examining nearby footage to understand what exactly happened.