Jharkhand Accident / 7 killed as speeding trailer truck runs over villagers in Khunti, PM Modi expresses grief

Jharkhand, Nov 6: At least seven people, including a 12-year-old boy, were killed after an 18-wheeler trailer truck allegedly ran over villagers who had gathered to help a scooter rider following an accident in Jharkhand's Khunti district. Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday expressed grief over the loss of lives and extended condolences to the bereaved families.

In a message shared on X by the Prime Minister's Office (PMO), Modi said he was deeply pained by the tragedy and prayed for the speedy recovery of those injured.

“Deeply pained by the loss of lives in a mishap in Khunti, Jharkhand. I extend my condolences to those who have lost their loved ones. Praying for the speedy recovery of the injured,” the Prime Minister said in a post on X, shared by the Prime Minister's Office (PMO).

Deeply pained by the loss of lives in a mishap in Khunti, Jharkhand. I extend my condolences to those who have lost their loved ones. Praying for the speedy recovery of the injured: PM @narendramodi

— PMO India (@PMOIndia) November 6, 2026

According to preliminary information, the accident occurred around 10 p.m. on Thursday near the Jone-Ludru turn on the Karra-Torpa main road. A scooter had reportedly met with an accident, following which several local residents gathered along the roadside to help the rider. During this time, an 18-wheeler trailer truck allegedly approached from the Torpa side at high speed and ran over the people gathered at the spot.

Six people died on the spot, while a 12-year-old boy succumbed to his injuries during treatment at Khunti Sadar Hospital. A young girl also sustained injuries in the incident.

The tragic accident triggered widespread anger among local residents on Friday morning. Enraged villagers blocked the main road near the Karra railway crossing by burning tyres, bringing vehicular movement in the area to a standstill.

The protesters demanded the immediate arrest of the trailer truck driver allegedly responsible for the accident. They also sought government jobs for the families of the deceased and adequate financial compensation for the victims' relatives.

The protesters demanded stronger road safety measures and appropriate steps to prevent similar tragedies in the future.

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Following the road blockade, police personnel and administrative officials reached the spot and held discussions with the protesters to restore normal traffic movement. Authorities assured the affected families that all possible assistance and compensation would be provided in accordance with government provisions.

Additional police personnel were deployed in the area as a precautionary measure amid rising tensions.