Two killed, two injured in Anupur road crash as family heads to mother’s house for Raksha Bandhan

Anupur, Madhya Pradesh – On Raksha Bandhan, a family traveling on a two‑wheeler to the bride’s parental home was involved in a collision near Thodha. The vehicle, carrying wife Roshni, her husband Manoj Kevat and their seven‑year‑old son Satyam, was struck head‑on by an oncoming vehicle.

The impact proved fatal for Manoj Kevat and the driver of the other vehicle, identified as Mann Singh. Emergency services rushed the remaining occupants to a nearby hospital, where Roshni and Satyam remain in critical condition.

Police have opened an investigation into the cause of the crash, focusing on factors such as speed, road conditions and possible driver error. The incident underscores the heightened traffic risks during festive travel periods.

Local authorities have urged commuters to exercise caution and adhere to traffic rules, especially on congested routes during cultural celebrations.

The investigation remains ongoing, and further details will be released as they become available.