Eight labourers killed, 12 hurt in Punjab road accident
Eight workers were killed and 12 injured when a speeding car ran them over on the Lehragaga-Jakhal road in Sangrur, Punjab, on Sunday. The incident, which occurred near Alisher village, involved workers engaged under the VB-G RAM G scheme. Allegations of significant ambulance delays have emerged.
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann announced Rs 2 lakh compensation for the deceased's families and free treatment for the injured, promising swift arrest of the absconding driver.
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- India
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- Crime & safety, Cars & bikes, Government schemes
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- Punjab
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- senjo m r
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- Monday, 19 October 2026, 12:29 am IST
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