A tragic accident struck Karnataka&rsquo;s Hassan district on Friday night when a heavy goods truck ploughed into a Ganapati visarjan procession near Mosale Hosahalli in Holenarasipura. 
The crash on NH-373 left nine people dead and at least 22 others injured, with officials warning the toll could rise further.
According to police sources, the truck lost control around 8:45 pm and crashed into the Ganesha immersion crowd during the final day of festivities. 
Victims were rushed to nearby hospitals, where nine were declared dead or succumbed to injuries during treatment. 
Most of the deceased were young men, including three engineering students. 
The injured truck driver, identified as Bhuvanesh from Hirebelaguli, was taken into custody after receiving treatment.
Inspector General of Police (IGP) M.B. Boralingaiah confirmed that six villagers and three students were among the dead. 
Deputy Commissioner K.S. Latha Kumari said 22 injured are being treated at KIMS Hospital, with one person critical, while seven others admitted to a private hospital are reported to be stable.
Eyewitnesses said the procession was packed with youths when the truck allegedly hit a divider before running into the crowd. 
Police have registered a case under relevant sections and launched an investigation.
Expressing grief, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah announced ₹5 lakh compensation for families of the deceased and assured free medical care for the injured. 
&ldquo;This is an extremely painful moment. The government stands with the families of the victims,&rdquo; he said in a post on X.
Union Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy and Deputy CM D.K. Shivakumar also expressed shock, extending condolences and calling for the best treatment for survivors.
Further investigation into the exact cause of the accident is underway.

Truck ploughs into Ganpati procession in Hassan

Truck hits Ganpati procession in Hassan, killing 9 and injuring 22 during immersion

Truck Rams Ganpati Procession In Hassan, 9 Dead

Truck hits Ganpati procession in Hassan, killing 9 and injuring 22 during immersion

September 13, 2025 | 15:30 IST