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Fatal Multi-Vehicle Accident Outside Ludhiana Passport Office Claims Life
✍️ Amar Ujala · Ludhiana
🗓 30 Aug 2026, 11:36 PM
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A multi-vehicle collision outside the Ludhiana passport office resulted in a fatality, with the victim crushed beneath several cars.
Ludhiana, Punjab – Early on Tuesday, a serious road accident occurred directly in front of the city’s passport office. Several vehicles collided, and a pedestrian was trapped beneath the wreckage, leading to a fatal injury.
Emergency responders arrived promptly, extracting the victim from under the multiple cars. Despite their efforts, the individual was pronounced dead at the scene.
Police have cordoned off the area and opened an investigation to determine the cause of the crash, including whether traffic violations or mechanical failures played a role. The incident has caused temporary disruption to traffic near the passport office, with diversions in place.
Authorities have urged motorists to exercise caution in congested zones, especially near government buildings, to prevent similar tragedies.
Further details will be released as the investigation progresses.
Emergency responders arrived promptly, extracting the victim from under the multiple cars. Despite their efforts, the individual was pronounced dead at the scene.
Police have cordoned off the area and opened an investigation to determine the cause of the crash, including whether traffic violations or mechanical failures played a role. The incident has caused temporary disruption to traffic near the passport office, with diversions in place.
Authorities have urged motorists to exercise caution in congested zones, especially near government buildings, to prevent similar tragedies.
Further details will be released as the investigation progresses.