Saralnama, a truck fell into Matkul River near Harda, Madhya Pradesh. The driver lost control while trying to avoid a motorcycle on the bridge between Balagaon and Bundda. The truck broke through the railing but the driver escaped unhurt. Locals say the bridge is low and narrow, causing frequent accidents. They have repeatedly asked officials to raise and widen the bridge. The road is a major route for hundreds of vehicles daily. During rains, the road often closes due to flooding. Villagers warn that if water levels were higher, the driver could have drowned. (Updated 24 Oct 2025, 12:40 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- On 22 Sep 2023, a truck fell into Matkul River near Harda, Madhya Pradesh
- The driver lost control while trying to avoid a motorcycle on the bridge between Balagaon and Bundda
- The truck broke through the railing but the driver escaped unhurt