Drunk Driver’s Truck Rampage Kills 3 in Indore
Tragic truck crash in Indore claims third victim.
A devastating incident in Indore has left the city reeling as the death toll from a truck rampage on Aerodrome Road climbed to three on Tuesday, September 16, 2025. The tragedy unfolded on Monday night when an out-of-control truck, driven by an allegedly intoxicated driver, plowed through pedestrians, collided with vehicles, and burst into flames on one of the city’s busiest roads.
The latest victim, Mahesh Khatwase (54), succumbed to his injuries in a private hospital, as confirmed by Additional Commissioner of Police Amit Singh. Two others, Laxmikant Soni (50) and Kailashchandra Joshi (62), were killed instantly at the scene. The crash also left 11 others injured, with two in critical condition, according to Deputy Commissioner of Police Shrikrishna Lalchandani.
The accused driver, Gulsher (50), from Dhar district, was arrested and is under interrogation. Authorities confirmed he was heavily intoxicated at the time of the incident, fueling public outrage. Locals expressed fury over the presence of a heavy commercial vehicle on Aerodrome Road, where such vehicles are prohibited. Crowds gathered at the accident site and nearby hospitals, chanting slogans against the police and administration, questioning how the truck was allowed to enter the restricted area despite traffic police presence at key intersections.
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The incident has sparked widespread anger and raised serious questions about road safety and enforcement in Indore. Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav expressed deep sorrow and ordered a high-level inquiry into the breach of regulations allowing heavy vehicles into the city before 11 pm. The investigation, led by the home department’s additional chief secretary, aims to uncover how such a tragedy occurred and prevent future lapses.
As the city mourns, the focus remains on the injured victims and the ongoing probe into the driver’s actions and the systemic failures that allowed this catastrophe to unfold. The incident has reignited calls for stricter traffic regulations and accountability to ensure the safety of Indore’s residents on its bustling streets.
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