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Head‑on collision on Damoh‑Jabalpur highway kills 25‑year‑old, three injured
✍️ Amar Ujala · Madhya Pradesh
🗓 09 Nov 2026, 02:32 PM
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A head‑on crash between two cars near Jhina village on the Damoh‑Jabalpur state highway on Sunday night left four people injured, including 25‑year‑old Shivam Rajak, who was declared dead at the district hospital.
On Sunday night, a severe head‑on collision involving two cars occurred on the Damoh‑Jabalpur state highway near Jhina village in Madhya Pradesh. Emergency services arrived promptly and transported the four occupants to the district hospital. 25‑year‑old Shivam Rajak was pronounced dead after doctors completed their assessment, while the three other victims remain under medical care for their injuries.
Police have launched an investigation to determine the cause of the crash and are collecting statements from witnesses and the drivers involved. Preliminary reports suggest the vehicles were traveling in opposite directions when they collided, but the exact circumstances are still being examined.
The incident underscores ongoing concerns about road safety on busy inter‑city highways in the region. Authorities have urged motorists to adhere to speed limits and maintain vigilance, especially during night hours, to prevent similar tragedies.
Local officials have expressed condolences to the family of the deceased and assured that the investigation will be thorough. The district hospital continues to monitor the condition of the three injured passengers, providing necessary treatment.
Police have launched an investigation to determine the cause of the crash and are collecting statements from witnesses and the drivers involved. Preliminary reports suggest the vehicles were traveling in opposite directions when they collided, but the exact circumstances are still being examined.
The incident underscores ongoing concerns about road safety on busy inter‑city highways in the region. Authorities have urged motorists to adhere to speed limits and maintain vigilance, especially during night hours, to prevent similar tragedies.
Local officials have expressed condolences to the family of the deceased and assured that the investigation will be thorough. The district hospital continues to monitor the condition of the three injured passengers, providing necessary treatment.