Pothole Tragedy in Indore: Woman in Coma After Scooter Accident

A 23-year-old woman in Indore is in a coma after her scooter, driven by her husband, crashed into a pothole. The police have charged the husband with rash driving, sparking controversy. Authorities are now questioning which agency is responsible for road maintenance.

A 23-year-old woman has slipped into a coma following a serious scooter accident in Indore. The vehicle, driven by her husband, crashed into a large pothole on the Bus Rapid Transit System (BRTS) road on September 14, according to police.

The police have charged the husband, identified as Ravi Gaur, with rash driving. The incident raised questions about municipal accountability, prompting authorities to investigate the responsibility for road maintenance.

Madhya Pradesh Congress spokesperson Neelabh Shukla has criticized the police for what he termed an unjust step, demanding departmental action against the officers involved. Deputy Commissioner of Police Abhinay Vishwakarma stated that they would inquire with the municipal corporation to determine which agency is responsible.

(With inputs from agencies.)