The mishap occurred in Hanumangarh town police station area on Rawatsar-Hanumangarh mega-highway. The ill-fated jeep was on its way to a nearby town with the passengers.
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Rajasthan Transport Minister Yunus Khan conveyed his condolence to family members of the victims of road mishap that claimed 17 lives.
"It is a sad incident," said the minister adding "People should avoid travelling in unauthorised transport vehicles."
"We will soon act against people promoting unauthorised vehicles on roads," he said.
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Truck driver was booked and arrested in the case, the police said.
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