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Truck carrying scrap overturns on Baddowal National Highway near Ludhiana
✍️ Amar Ujala · Ludhiana
🗓 15 Sep 2026, 01:31 PM
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A truck loaded with scrap metal tipped over on the Baddowal stretch of the National Highway near Ludhiana, causing a temporary traffic blockage.
A heavy truck carrying scrap metal overturned on the Baddowal section of the National Highway that connects to Ludhiana. The incident was reported during daylight hours, prompting an immediate response from local police and emergency services.
Authorities cordoned off the accident site and diverted traffic to ensure safety while the wreckage was cleared. Preliminary observations suggest that the truck may have lost stability due to uneven loading, though a detailed investigation is underway.
The road remained closed for several hours, causing delays for commuters and commercial vehicles. No official casualty figures have been released, and the police have asked witnesses to come forward with any additional information.
The incident underscores the need for strict adherence to cargo securing norms on Indian highways, especially for heavy and irregular loads such as scrap metal.
Authorities cordoned off the accident site and diverted traffic to ensure safety while the wreckage was cleared. Preliminary observations suggest that the truck may have lost stability due to uneven loading, though a detailed investigation is underway.
The road remained closed for several hours, causing delays for commuters and commercial vehicles. No official casualty figures have been released, and the police have asked witnesses to come forward with any additional information.
The incident underscores the need for strict adherence to cargo securing norms on Indian highways, especially for heavy and irregular loads such as scrap metal.