There is not a trace of remorse, only boundless arrogance even after the wrongdoing. The son of a BJP MLA injured five innocent pedestrians by hitting them with his car and then got into a heated argument with locals. He stated, ‘I did honk. Why didn’t they move?’ This incident occurred last Thursday in Shivpuri, Madhya Pradesh. As the video of the MLA’s son’s arrogance went viral on social media, netizens have been vocal in their condemnation.

According to police sources, on Thursday, Dinesh, the son of local BJP MLA Preetam Lodhi, was patrolling the area in an SUV fitted with a blue beacon. He was driving recklessly, disregarding traffic rules. At that time, he hit a motorcycle coming from the opposite direction. Subsequently, losing control, he hit three women who were walking by the roadside. When locals caught hold of Dinesh, the youth began assaulting them.

The MLA’s son said, ‘Three people were coming swaying on a bike. My car’s siren was on. I was honking. Even then, why didn’t they move?’

The viral video shows a local youth saying to Dinesh, ‘You came out in such a big car, and you can’t control it?’ In response, the MLA’s son says, ‘Three people were coming swaying on a bike. My car’s siren was on. I was honking. Even then, why didn’t they move?’ The local youth retorts, ‘Were the people walking on the side of the road also swaying?’ Then Dinesh began issuing threats, warning them to stop recording the video.

This is Dinesh Lodhi, son of BJP MLA Preetam Lodhi, who hit 5 people in Thar; in the accident, 3 people on a bike and two women walking were injured… The MLA’s son said, “When I was sounding the siren and honking, why were they swaying the vehicle?”

Police sources stated that a total of five people were injured in the incident, although their injuries are not serious. They were released after initial medical treatment. An FIR has been registered against Dinesh at the Karera police station. Regarding the incident, MLA Preetam Lodhi said, ‘I am an MLA. For me, not my family, but the local people come first. If my son has done any wrong, he will be punished. The law will take its own course.’

Shivpuri

Shivpuri is a historic town in Madhya Pradesh, India, best known as the former summer capital of the Scindia rulers of Gwalior. It is home to the ornate marble Chhatris (cenotaphs) of the Scindia dynasty, set beside a sacred lake, and is surrounded by the forests of Madhav National Park.

Madhya Pradesh

Madhya Pradesh is a large state in central India, historically known as the “Heart of India” due to its geographical and cultural significance. Its history is rich and ancient, featuring sites from prehistoric cave paintings at Bhimbetka to the medieval temples of Khajuraho and the forts of the Malwa and Gond kingdoms. Today, it is renowned for its wildlife sanctuaries like Kanha and Bandhavgarh, as well as its vibrant tribal heritage.

Karera police station

Karera is a town in the Shivpuri district of Madhya Pradesh, India. While its local police station serves the community, the area is historically significant for the nearby **Karera Wildlife Sanctuary**, once the last refuge of the critically endangered Great Indian Bustard.

Thar

“Thar” most commonly refers to the **Thar Desert**, a vast arid region in northwestern India and southeastern Pakistan. Historically, it has been a crossroads for trade and migration for millennia, with settlements and cultures adapting to its harsh environment. Today, it is known for its unique ecology, vibrant cultural traditions like folk music, and historic forts such as Jaisalmer.