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Hyderabad Police Officer Killed in Road Accident During Ganesh Immersion Duty
✍️ News9live
🗓 25 Sep 2026, 12:04 AM
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A Hyderabad police officer died after a motorcyclist struck him while he was on duty overseeing Ganesh idol immersion.
During the Ganesh Chaturthi immersion ceremonies in Hyderabad, a police officer assigned to manage the crowd and traffic was fatally injured when a motorcyclist collided with him. The officer was performing his duty on a road leading to the immersion site when the accident occurred.
Eyewitnesses said the motorbike, reportedly traveling at speed, struck the officer from behind, causing severe injuries. Emergency services rushed the victim to a nearby hospital, but he was pronounced dead shortly after arrival.
The Hyderabad Police Department has opened an investigation into the incident and has urged motorists to exercise extreme caution during the festive immersion process, which draws large crowds and heavy traffic. Officials also warned that any violation of traffic rules during such events could lead to serious legal consequences.
The tragic death has sparked calls from civic groups for stricter traffic management and better safety measures during religious processions, emphasizing the need to protect both participants and law‑enforcement personnel.
Eyewitnesses said the motorbike, reportedly traveling at speed, struck the officer from behind, causing severe injuries. Emergency services rushed the victim to a nearby hospital, but he was pronounced dead shortly after arrival.
The Hyderabad Police Department has opened an investigation into the incident and has urged motorists to exercise extreme caution during the festive immersion process, which draws large crowds and heavy traffic. Officials also warned that any violation of traffic rules during such events could lead to serious legal consequences.
The tragic death has sparked calls from civic groups for stricter traffic management and better safety measures during religious processions, emphasizing the need to protect both participants and law‑enforcement personnel.