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At least 12 people were killed and 9 injured in a tragic road accident in Ferozepur today. Five people died on the spot, while 7 others succumbed to their injuries later. The injured have been admitted to various hospitals in Ferozepur and Faridkot.

According to police sources, the accident occurred when a pickup van, carrying over 20 people collided with a canter truck. All of them were waiters on their way to join their duties at a function. The state government has announced a compensation of 2 lakh rupees to each of the next of kin of those who lost their lives in the accident. The treatment of the injured will also be borne by the state.

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