Truck Falls into River Near Umariya, Driver and Passenger Trapped

A coal‑laden truck lost control and plunged into the Uchehara‑Ghurchatra River near the village of Umariya in Madhya Pradesh. The incident occurred when the vehicle’s headlights failed, causing the driver, Bhavishya Das, to lose visibility and steer into the water.\n\nBoth the driver and the passenger, a local laborer named Sialal, were trapped inside the vehicle. Emergency services reached the scene and immediately began rescue operations.\n\nThe driver was transported to Palai Hospital for treatment, while the passenger remained trapped for nearly nine hours. Rescue teams used a crane to lift the vehicle and free Sialal from the wreckage.\n\nNo fatalities were reported, but the incident highlights the risks of transporting heavy loads on poorly maintained roads and the importance of vehicle maintenance.\n\nLocal authorities have urged truck operators to ensure all safety equipment, especially lighting, is functional before embarking on long hauls.