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Overloaded Tractor Carries Illegal Sand, Kills Uncle and 8-Year-Old in Gwalior
✍️ Amar Ujala · Gwalior
🗓 07 Nov 2026, 09:36 PM
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An overloaded tractor laden with illegal sand crashed in Gwalior's Pichor area, crushing an uncle and his 8‑year‑old nephew. Both died on impact.
An overloaded tractor carrying illegal sand was found on the Pichor road in Gwalior when it crashed into a family gathering on Diwali. The vehicle, exceeding weight limits, struck an uncle and his 8‑year‑old nephew, crushing them instantly. Both victims were pronounced dead at the scene. After the tragedy, relatives placed the bodies on the highway and staged a protest demanding accountability. The protest ended after local authorities assured the family that an investigation would be launched.