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Three Kanwariyas Killed in Road Accident in Fatehgarh Sahib, Punjab
✍️ Daily Excelsior
🗓 10 Aug 2026, 11:03 AM
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A vehicle ran over three Kanwariyas in Fatehgarh Sahib, Punjab, killing them. The state speaker announced a compensation of ₹2 lakh for each bereaved family.
A heavy vehicle collided with three Kanwariyas on a main road in Fatehgarh Sahib, Punjab, on Sunday evening, resulting in the deaths of all three victims. The accident occurred near the intersection of the main highway and a local lane, according to police reports.
The deceased were identified only as members of the Kanwariya community, with no further personal details released by authorities. Witnesses said the vehicle was traveling at a high speed when it struck the pedestrians.
In response to the tragedy, the Punjab Speaker announced that the state government would provide ₹2 lakh to each of the victims’ families as compensation for their loss. The announcement was made during a brief statement to the media.
Police have launched an investigation into the incident, examining traffic camera footage and interviewing nearby residents. The investigation will determine whether any traffic violations or negligence contributed to the fatal collision.
The deceased were identified only as members of the Kanwariya community, with no further personal details released by authorities. Witnesses said the vehicle was traveling at a high speed when it struck the pedestrians.
In response to the tragedy, the Punjab Speaker announced that the state government would provide ₹2 lakh to each of the victims’ families as compensation for their loss. The announcement was made during a brief statement to the media.
Police have launched an investigation into the incident, examining traffic camera footage and interviewing nearby residents. The investigation will determine whether any traffic violations or negligence contributed to the fatal collision.