**Speeding SUV Rams Into Durga Idol Immersion Procession in Panna, Two Dead and Over a Dozen Injured**

Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh): A tragic accident occurred on Thursday evening in the Pawai area of Panna district when a speeding SUV rammed into a Durga idol immersion procession. The incident resulted in the death of two men and left more than a dozen people injured.

According to Panna Superintendent of Police Nivedita Naidu, the accident took place at around 8:30 pm. Fourteen people sustained injuries in the crash, including several children. All the injured were immediately transported to a hospital in Katni district, which is located close to the accident site, for urgent medical treatment.

Unfortunately, two of the injured succumbed to their injuries during treatment. The deceased have been identified as Rakesh Patel (36) and Purushottam Patel (38).

The SUV driver involved in the incident was promptly arrested by the police. An investigation into the accident has been launched to determine the circumstances leading to this tragic event.

The authorities have appealed for calm and assured that all necessary measures are being taken to support the impacted families.

*— Story by Staff Reporter*
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