Nine Die When Van Is Swept Away by Swollen Drain in Rajgarh, Madhya Pradesh

A van traveling in Rajgarh was swept away by a swollen drain, resulting in the deaths of nine passengers, police confirmed on Tuesday. The incident occurred on a local road where heavy rains had caused the drainage channel to overflow. Rescue teams reached the site within hours, but the rapid flow of water made it difficult to locate survivors. Authorities are investigating whether the drain was adequately maintained and whether any warning signs were missed. The local government has pledged to review drainage infrastructure in the area to prevent similar tragedies.