A chaotic scene unfolded at the busy Press Club Square signal in Nagpur’s Civil Lines on Friday, May 1, 2026, when a police van rammed into several vehicles. The accident occurred while commuters were waiting at a red light, triggering sudden panic in one of the city’s most prominent high-traffic areas.
According to preliminary reports, the police vehicle appears to have lost control before crashing into the line of cars halted at the junction. While multiple vehicles sustained significant body damage due to the impact, only a few individuals are believed to have suffered minor injuries.
The collision caused a brief but intense traffic disruption as onlookers and involved drivers gathered at the spot. Local police officials arrived shortly after the mishap to manage the traffic flow and initiate a formal inquiry. Authorities are currently investigating whether the crash was caused by a sudden mechanical failure or driver negligence.
