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Karnataka Minister Laxmi Hebbalkar Injured in Car Crash While Avoiding Stray Dog

Karnataka Minister Laxmi Hebbalkar and her brother Channaraj Hattiholi were injured in a car crash near Belagavi while avoiding a stray dog. The vehicle hit a tree, but airbags reduced the impact. Both are safe and receiving medical care, with minor injuries reported.
 
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Bengaluru: In a car accident early this morning near Kittur in Belagavi district, Karnataka Women and Child Welfare Minister Laxmi Hebbalkar suffered minor injuries. The mishap occurred about 5 am when the driver of the vehicle, in an effort to avoid knocking down a stray dog on the road, swerved and lost balance, sending the vehicle off the road and it crashed into a tree.

The Toyota Innova HyCross that was involved in the accident had sustained heavy front-end damage. Luckily, the vehicle's airbags opened, greatly mitigating the injuries, said police.

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Minister Hebbalkar, who was returning from a Congress Legislature Party meeting in Bengaluru, was accompanied by her brother, Channaraj Hattiholi, a member of the Karnataka Legislative Council.

Injuries and Medical Update

Minister Hebbalkar, 49, sustained a mild fracture in her leg, while her brother suffered a minor head injury. Both were promptly taken to a private hospital in Belagavi for treatment. Dr. Ravi Patil, the treating physician, confirmed that Hebbalkar also has minor injuries to her back and face but is otherwise stable. She is expected to be discharged within two days.

The driver and the gunman of the minister also received minor injuries and were released after first aid.

Public Reaction and Road Safety Concerns

The incident has become a hot topic on social media, with people expressing relief that the minister and her brother managed to escape with minor injuries. Most posts highlighted the importance of road safety and the risks posed by stray animals on highways.


The crash has also brought into the limelight the role of modern safety features such as airbags in minimizing injury during road accidents. While the exact circumstances are under investigation, the quick medical response ensured that all the people involved received timely care.

Minister Hebbalkar's office has assured the public of her recovery, thanking well-wishers for their support.

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