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Home Guard Personnel Killed in Truck Collision on Indore‑Icchapur Road; Family Awarded ₹60 Lakh Compensation
✍️ Amar Ujala · Indore
🗓 12 Sep 2026, 10:17 AM
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A Home Guard constable died and his wife was injured in a truck crash on Indore‑Icchapur Road, and the Motor Accident Claims Authority ordered a compensation of ₹60 lakh for the bereaved family.
A truck collided with a Home Guard constable on the Indore‑Icchapur road, killing the constable and injuring his wife. The accident, attributed to the truck driver’s negligence, sparked an immediate investigation by local authorities.
The Motor Accident Claims Authority (MACA) subsequently ordered a compensation package of ₹60 lakh, inclusive of interest, to be paid to the deceased’s wife and other family members. The award reflects the standard quantum for loss of life and related injuries under Indian motor‑accident compensation rules.
Family members expressed relief at the financial relief but mourned the loss of their loved one, describing him as a dedicated servant of the community. The truck driver remains under investigation for alleged negligence that led to the fatal collision.
The incident underscores ongoing concerns about road safety on busy inter‑city routes in Madhya Pradesh, prompting calls for stricter enforcement of traffic regulations.
The Motor Accident Claims Authority (MACA) subsequently ordered a compensation package of ₹60 lakh, inclusive of interest, to be paid to the deceased’s wife and other family members. The award reflects the standard quantum for loss of life and related injuries under Indian motor‑accident compensation rules.
Family members expressed relief at the financial relief but mourned the loss of their loved one, describing him as a dedicated servant of the community. The truck driver remains under investigation for alleged negligence that led to the fatal collision.
The incident underscores ongoing concerns about road safety on busy inter‑city routes in Madhya Pradesh, prompting calls for stricter enforcement of traffic regulations.