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Villagers Carry Ailing Man On Cot To Ambulance In MP's Sidhi

Elderly man carried on cot, Ambulance fails to reach village, Road woes in MP

Mumbai Alert · City Desk
Mumbai Alert · City Desk
City Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Sat, 12 September 2026 at 09:00 am
Villagers Carry Ailing Man On Cot To Ambulance In MP's Sidhi

An elderly man, Rampati Shah, had to be carried on a cot by villagers to reach an ambulance in Chhuiya village, Sidhi district, Madhya Pradesh, after the ambulance failed to enter the village due to the lack of a proper road.

The incident occurred on Friday when Shah fell ill around 10 am, complaining of severe body pain and paralysis on one side of his body. His family called an ambulance, but it could not reach the village due to the absence of a connecting road.

With no other option, the villagers placed Shah on a cot and carried him to the point where the ambulance was waiting. A video of the incident has gone viral on social media, highlighting the poor road connectivity in the village.

According to villagers, Chhuiya village has around 30 to 35 houses but still lacks a proper paved road. Despite assurances from leaders and officials, no work has started on constructing a road. A villager, Pooja Shah, posted the video on social media, alleging that the authorities have failed to fulfill their promises.

The village has been facing road connectivity issues for a long time, and the incident has brought attention to the plight of the villagers. The lack of a proper road has made it difficult for emergency services, including ambulances, to reach the village.

The incident has sparked concern about the condition of roads in rural areas and the need for improved infrastructure. The villagers are demanding that the authorities take immediate action to construct a proper road, ensuring that they have access to essential services, including healthcare.

The Madhya Pradesh government has been working to improve the state's infrastructure, including roads. However, the incident in Chhuiya village highlights the need for more attention to be paid to rural areas, where basic amenities are often lacking.

In recent years, there have been efforts to improve road connectivity in rural areas, but more needs to be done to address the issue. The incident in Chhuiya village is a reminder of the challenges faced by people living in rural areas and the need for better infrastructure.

The villagers are hoping that the incident will prompt the authorities to take action and construct a proper road, ensuring that they have access to essential services. The incident has also sparked a debate about the need for improved infrastructure in rural areas, and it remains to be seen how the authorities will respond to the situation.

In conclusion, the incident in Chhuiya village highlights the need for improved road connectivity in rural areas. The lack of a proper road has made it difficult for emergency services to reach the village, and it is essential that the authorities take immediate action to address the issue.

Frequently asked questions

Why was the ambulance unable to reach the village?

The ambulance was unable to reach the village due to the lack of a proper connecting road.

What is the condition of roads in Chhuiya village?

Chhuiya village lacks a proper paved road, despite having around 30 to 35 houses.

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