A major accident took place in the convoy of former Rajasthan Chief Minister and senior BJP leader Vasundhara Raje. The police vehicle involved in their escort overturned while trying to rescue a bike rider between Bali and Kot Baliyan, injuring four policemen. This incident not only raised questions on the security arrangements but also exposed the human side of Raje.
Background of the incident:
Vasundhara Raje was on her way to Mundara village, where she was to condole the demise of former minister Ottaram Dewasi’s mother. During this time his convoy became a victim of an accident. There were a total of seven soldiers in the police vehicle. The soldiers injured in the accident, Ruparam, Bhagchand, Suraj, Naveen and Jitendra were immediately sent to the Government Hospital in Bali by ambulance.
Vasundhara Raje took charge immediately after the incident. As soon as she got the news of the accident, she immediately stopped her car and proceeded to help the injured soldiers. He not only took care of the injured on the spot, but also sent them to the hospital under his own supervision without waiting for the ambulance.
The human face of Vasundhara Raje:
The former Chief Minister shared information about the incident on his X (formerly Twitter) account. they wrote:
“While returning from Mundara to Jodhpur, policemen Ruparam ji, Bhagchand ji, Suraj ji, Naveen ji and Jitendra ji were injured when the police jeep following them overturned. The injured policemen were immediately taken to the Government Hospital Bali by ambulance, where they were given first aid and discharged. I wish him a speedy recovery.”
Along with this post, Vasundhara also shared her photos with the injured. In these pictures, she was seen standing near the policemen, which shows her sensitive and humane approach.
Cause of incident and safety concerns:
The main reason for the accident is said to be the vehicle running in the convoy suddenly going out of control. While trying to save the bike rider, the vehicle overturned. According to security experts, such incidents highlight the shortcomings in convoy security.
Questions arise:
- Was the speed of the convoy high?
- Does the security team need better training?
- Were the road conditions at the accident site bad?
Police officials said that of the seven policemen traveling in the vehicle, some suffered minor injuries, while four were released after first aid.
Political reaction:
After the accident, BJP leaders and workers appreciated this step of Vasundhara Raje. Many leaders praised his efforts on social media, calling it “the mark of a true leader”.
On the contrary, the opposition raised questions on the incident. Expressing concern over the security arrangements, Congress leaders said that such incidents happen frequently in VVIP convoys and strict steps need to be taken to stop them.
Increasing incidents of accidents during convoy:
This incident is not new. The number of road accidents during VVIP convoys is continuously increasing across the country. This not only puts the lives of the security forces at risk but also puts the common citizens on the road at risk.
Other incidents mentioned:
- 2019: Three policemen were injured when the vehicle of the convoy of former Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav overturned.
- 2021: In Maharashtra, a vehicle included in the convoy of Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray met with an accident due to potholes on the road.
Safety measures required:
Experts believe that modern technologies and better training are needed for the security of VVIP convoys. Along with this, other vehicles on the road should also be made aware to maintain a safe distance.
- Road conditions: The roads chosen for the convoys should be examined.
- Speed Control: The speed of convoy vehicles should be limited.
- Training: Safety personnel should be given expertise in driving and risk management.
This incident not only exposed the sensitivity of Vasundhara Raje, but also proved that there is a dire need to improve the security of VVIP convoys. Vasundhara Raje’s quick and humanitarian action has increased her respect among the public.
