Tragic Road Accident in Sangrur Claims Lives of Nine Female Laborers
A tragic road accident in Sangrur, Punjab, has resulted in the deaths of nine female laborers, with several others injured.
Sangrur, October 18 (Daily Kiran) : A devastating road accident occurred on Sunday in the Laheraga village of Sangrur district, Punjab, resulting in the deaths of nine female laborers working under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA). Several others sustained injuries in the incident.
The accident took place while approximately 20 to 25 women were engaged in grass cutting and cleaning work along the roadside. A speeding vehicle struck the group, leading to multiple casualties. The injured were rushed to various hospitals in the area for treatment.
According to reports, the laborers expressed concerns about their safety during work. They claimed that no adequate safety measures were in place at the site. There were no warning signs, reflectors, or barricades to alert oncoming traffic. Additionally, the women were not provided with safety jackets.
Dr. Poonam Dheer, treating the injured at the Sangrur Government Hospital, reported that seven to eight patients arrived from Laheraga. Tragically, one patient succumbed to her injuries, while two to three others were referred to other hospitals for advanced care. The remaining patients are currently receiving treatment and undergoing necessary examinations.
This incident has raised serious questions about the safety protocols for MGNREGA workers who operate near roadways. The medical treatment for the injured laborers continues across several hospitals in the region.
