Two bike riders lost their lives and another was critically injured in a horrific road accident on the Shipra Bypass in Dewas on Saturday morning. The incident occurred near the Rupakhedi railway bridge when a speeding car allegedly lost control on the uneven road surface, crossed the divider, and collided with an oncoming motorcycle.

The deceased have been identified as Haider (40) and Ansar, while the injured youth, Imran, was referred to Indore for advanced treatment. All three hailed from Nayata Puwalda and were heading to Indore for work.

Accident Unfolds on Railway Bridge

According to eyewitnesses, the accident took place around 8:30 AM. The car, coming from the Indore side, reportedly became unbalanced due to the undulating road surface on the bridge. It travelled nearly 100 feet without control before smashing through the divider into the opposite lane.

The impact was severe. Locals said the force of the collision was so strong that Haider was thrown off the bridge and fell nearly 50 feet below. Both Ansar and Imran suffered grievous injuries, with reports indicating one of their legs was severed in the crash. The bike and car were extensively damaged.

Villagers Stage Protest, Block Road

Angry villagers soon gathered at the spot and blocked the busy bypass for nearly two hours. They alleged that ambulance services reached late, forcing them to shift the injured and the deceased to the district hospital using private vehicles and even a tractor-trolley.

The protest highlighted long-standing complaints about the poor condition of the road on the railway bridge. Residents claimed the surface has remained uneven for a long time, causing vehicles to lose balance frequently. Several accidents have reportedly occurred at this spot in the past.

Officials Reach Spot to Pacify Protesters

Senior officials, including SDM Abhishek Sharma, Traffic DSP, and CSP Sumit Agrawal, rushed to the location after receiving information about the jam. Later, local MLA Manoj Chaudhary also arrived and held discussions with the protesters.

The villagers demanded immediate repair of the road and action against the responsible agency. They lifted the blockade only after receiving assurances from the authorities that the technical flaws in the road would be examined and necessary action taken.

Police to Take Up Road Safety Issue

Speaking to reporters, CSP Sumit Agrawal confirmed that two persons died in the accident while one is undergoing treatment. “The villagers have raised concerns about certain technical deficiencies in the road. The matter will be placed before the concerned committee in the next meeting for appropriate action,” he said.

 Recurring Safety Concerns on Shipra Bypass

The Shipra Bypass has witnessed several accidents in recent times, with locals repeatedly flagging poor road maintenance, especially near bridges and curves. Many believe that timely repair and proper dividers could have prevented this tragedy.

The families of the deceased are in shock. The victims, who earned their livelihood by installing motors, were the sole breadwinners for their households. The incident has once again brought into focus the need for better road infrastructure and quicker emergency response in the district.

As Dewas continues to see rapid urban growth, such accidents serve as a grim reminder of the infrastructure gaps that still exist. Authorities have promised a thorough review, but residents say they have heard such assurances before and want visible improvement on the ground.

The police have registered a case and are investigating the exact cause, including the speed of the car and the road conditions at the time of the accident.