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A vehicle in Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar's convoy overturned on the Bengaluru-Mysuru expressway. Five people sustained minor injuries while Shivakumar remained unharmed. The accident occurred when the escort vehicle hit a divider near Goudahalli. Emergency services quickly responded and cleared the scene as investigations began.

Key Points: DK Shivakumar convoy vehicle overturns on Bengaluru-Mysuru expressway

  • DK Shivakumar unharmed while returning from Mysuru event
  • Five injured including driver in overturned escort vehicle
  • Accident occurred near Goudahalli on Bengaluru-Mysuru expressway
  • Police quickly cleared scene to restore expressway traffic
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Karnataka: Vehicle in DK Shivakumar's convoy overturns on Bengaluru-Mysuru expressway, five injured

Five injured as escort vehicle in Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar's convoy overturns near Mandya, DCM unharmed

"The incident occurred near Goudahalli-T.M. Hosur when the escort vehicle struck a divider - Police Officials"

Mandya, July 19

A vehicle in the convoy of Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar overturned on the Bengaluru-Mysuru Expressway near Mandya district on Saturday, leaving five injured.

Shivakumar, who was following the escort vehicle in his own car, was unharmed in the incident, said officials.

The incident occurred near Goudahalli-T.M. Hosur when the escort vehicle struck a divider and overturned while escorting DCM Shivakumar, who was returning to Bengaluru after attending a Sadhana conference in Mysore.

They sustained minor injuries, including the driver, and were immediately shifted to a hospital in Mysore for treatment, the officials further said.

Later, DK Shivakumar resumed his journey to Bengaluru, and no disruption was reported in his travel schedule.

The police and emergency services quickly arrived at the scene and cleared the area to ensure the smooth flow of traffic on the expressway.

Further investigation into the incident was initiated.

- ANI

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Priya N
These politicians and their high-speed convoys! Common people face so many restrictions but VIPs can break all rules. Hope the injured recover soon, but this incident shows the VIP culture needs to change.
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Suresh K
The Bengaluru-Mysuru expressway has become an accident hotspot. Instead of blaming drivers, authorities should look at road design flaws. So many lives lost already on this "world-class" expressway.
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Ananya R
While I'm relieved DCM is safe, I can't help but think - if this was an ordinary citizen's car, would emergency services respond so quickly? Our system treats common people and VIPs very differently.
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Vikram M
The expressway needs better dividers and warning signs. Also, why do politicians need such large convoys? It's a burden on taxpayers and causes unnecessary risks. Time to modernize security protocols.
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Kavya N
First of all, wishing speedy recovery to the injured personnel. But this incident shows how our leaders prioritize their schedules over safety. The convoy could have traveled at safer speeds. #SafetyFirst
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Michael C
As someone who frequently uses this expressway, I've noticed VIP convoys often drive recklessly. The government should implement strict speed limits for all vehicles, including ministers

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