Watch: A mango truck overturned in Dehradun– what locals did next will shock you

On Wednesday, a truck loaded with crates of mangoes toppled over on Dehradun’s Rispana Bridge, causing the fruit to spill across the road. Thankfully, no one was injured, but what happened next caught everyone by surprise.

Locals quickly gathered at the spot, and many began picking up the fallen mangoes, turning the scene into an unexpected free-for-all.

A brief incident, no injuries

The accident briefly slowed traffic, but both the driver and the helper escaped safely without any serious injuries, as reported by India Today. People at the scene said the police and emergency teams arrived quickly and began clearing the vehicle and managing traffic.

A mango frenzy: Locals rush in

Just minutes after the accident, people began gathering around.

Some came out of curiosity, while others arrived with bags, baskets– even sacks– to grab as many mangoes as they could. The scene quickly resembled a roadside mango fair, with some even walking away with full crates. Many captured the moment on their phones, and clips of the chaos soon went viral on social media.Watch the video here:

A user shared their thoughts on X, stating, “As soon as the truck overturned, a crowd rushed to loot the mangoes.

Some got away with crates, while others grabbed mangoes with both hands." The post also noted that the injured driver and his helper were largely ignored, with many more focused on filming the incident than offering help.

Traffic disruption managed swiftly

While the overturned truck did cause a minor jam, authorities moved quickly to restore order. Police handled the situation smoothly, and traffic resumed not long after, as per media reports.

An unlikely mango event

In a nutshell, what began as a routine road accident turned into something unexpected. Thankfully, no one was hurt, and the situation was brought under control, but the sight of locals gathering mangoes from the road left a lasting impression. As the area cleared, the moment served as a reminder of how quickly an ordinary day can take a surprising turn.Image credits: X