Three children and two women were among eight devotees who died after their car was swept into a canal near Maa Baglamukhi Temple
Eight devotees died after their car fell into a rain-swollen canal near the Maa Baglamukhi Temple in Nalkheda, Madhya Pradesh. Rescue operations were launched amid strong water flow.
Bhopal: Eight people died after a car carrying devotees was swept into a canal near the famous Maa Baglamukhi Temple in Nalkheda, Agar Malwa district, Madhya Pradesh, following heavy rainfall.
The victims included three children, two women and three men. Their identities had not been established at the time of reporting.
Car Swept Away Amid Heavy Rain
According to preliminary information, heavy rain during the night caused the water level and flow in the canal near the temple to rise sharply.
The devotees had reportedly arrived in Nalkheda to visit the Maa Baglamukhi Temple. While the car was travelling near the canal, it was caught in the strong water current, overturned and was swept away.
Rescue Operation Underway
After receiving information about the incident, the local administration and rescue teams reached the spot and launched a search and rescue operation.
However, the strong flow of water made the rescue efforts difficult. Teams continued operations at the site to recover the victims and gather further information about the accident.
Identities Yet to Be Confirmed
Authorities said the identities of all eight deceased persons had not yet been confirmed. Efforts are underway to establish their identities and inform their families.
The rescue and search operation was continuing at the site as officials worked to determine the circumstances of the accident.
