Archive · 5 Sep 2026
Woman Killed as Dumper Crushes Motorcycle in Jodhpur
A dumper truck carrying concrete hit a motorcycle in Jodhpur.
A woman named Manjesh died in the accident.
Her husband, Ramniwas, was hurt but had only minor injuries.
The couple had been returning from Ramdevra after praying there.
A camera recorded the truck and motorcycle travelling beside each other before the crash.
People nearby became angry and blocked the road.
Some people beat the truck driver and burned the dumper.
Police rescued the driver and are investigating what happened.
A speeding dumper loaded with concrete ran over a motorcycle in Jodhpur on Friday evening.
The woman identified as Manjesh died at the scene after being dragged about 10 metres.
Her husband, Ramniwas, suffered minor injuries in the crash.
Angry residents blocked the road, attacked the driver and set the dumper on fire.
Police took the driver into custody and are investigating the crash and arson.
- Who
- Manjesh was killed and her husband, Ramniwas, suffered minor injuries; the dumper driver was taken into police custody.
- What
- A speeding concrete-loaded dumper ran over a motorcycle, after which protesters attacked the driver and burned the truck.
- When
- Friday evening.
- Where
- Jodhpur, Rajasthan; the couple were returning from Ramdevra.
- Why
- Police are investigating the circumstances of the crash; residents protested over the fatal accident.
- Fatality
- One woman, identified as Manjesh, died at the scene.
- Injury
- Her husband, Ramniwas, sustained minor injuries.
- Vehicle
- The dumper was loaded with concrete.
- Impact
- Manjesh was dragged for approximately 10 metres.
- Protest
- Local residents blocked the road following the crash.
- Arson
- Some members of the crowd set the dumper on fire.
- Investigation
- Police are investigating both the collision and the subsequent arson.