Key Points
- Indian Idol 12 winner Pawandeep Rajan was seriously injured in a car accident on National Highway 9 near Gajraula, Uttar Pradesh, in the early hours of May 5, 2025.
- The accident occurred when his MG Hector SUV, driven by Rahul Singh, collided with a stationary canter truck; driver fatigue is suspected as the cause.
- Pawandeep suffered multiple fractures in both legs and a head injury; his companions Ajay Mehra and Rahul Singh were also critically injured.
- All three were initially treated at a local hospital and later transferred to the ICU at Fortis Hospital, Noida, where Pawandeep is stable and conscious but will require multiple surgeries.
- The accident has sparked an outpouring of support and prayers from fans and fellow musicians across social media.
New Delhi: Indian Idol 12 winner and acclaimed singer Pawandeep Rajan is currently hospitalized in Noida after a severe car accident left him with multiple fractures and a head injury. The incident took place around 3:00 am on May 5, 2025, on National Highway 9 near Gajraula in Amroha district, Uttar Pradesh.
Accident Details: How It Happened
Pawandeep, 28, was traveling from his hometown Champawat, Uttarakhand, to Noida for a scheduled program. Accompanied by his friend Ajay Mehra and driver Rahul Singh, the trio was in an MG Hector SUV when the vehicle rammed into the rear of a stationary Eicher Canter truck parked on the highway. According to preliminary police investigations, the driver reportedly dozed off at the wheel, causing the car to lose control and crash[.
Immediate Aftermath and Medical Response
Following the collision, local residents and police rushed to the scene. All three occupants were critically injured and initially taken to a nearby government hospital for first aid. Due to the severity of their injuries, they were soon transferred to a private hospital’s ICU, and later, Pawandeep’s family arranged for his transfer to Fortis Hospital in Noida for specialized care.
Health Update: Multiple Surgeries Ahead
Doctors at Fortis Hospital have confirmed that Pawandeep suffered fractures in both legs and a head injury, requiring a series of sequential surgeries. He is currently stable and conscious, under close observation by the orthopaedics team. His companions, Ajay Mehra and Rahul Singh, are also under intensive medical supervision.
“Pawandeep Rajan has been admitted to Fortis Hospital, Noida, under the care of the orthopaedics team following a road traffic accident that resulted in multiple limb fractures. He is currently stable and conscious. As part of his treatment plan, he will be undergoing a series of sequential surgeries. Our clinical team is closely monitoring his condition and providing all necessary medical care,” the hospital stated.
Police Investigation and Further Action
Gajraula police have seized both vehicles involved in the accident and are continuing their investigation. Preliminary findings point to driver fatigue as the primary cause, but further action will be taken upon receiving a formal complaint from the family.
Fans and Music Community Express Support
As news of the accident spread, fans and fellow musicians flooded social media with messages of concern and prayers for Pawandeep’s recovery. Viral videos from the hospital show the singer unconscious and bandaged, highlighting the seriousness of his injuries.
About Pawandeep Rajan
Pawandeep, a native of Uttarakhand’s Champawat district and from a family of Kumaoni folk musicians, first rose to fame after winning The Voice India in 2015. His national stardom was cemented with his Indian Idol 12 victory, where he triumphed over strong competition and won the hearts of millions.
