A tragic road accident occurred in Keonjhar district early Monday morning, resulting in the death of a 25-year-old driver and injuries to six other individuals. The incident took place when an SUV lost control and rammed into a house at Badabil village on National Highway 220, under the jurisdiction of Patna police station.
Details of the Accident
The deceased has been identified as Sk Maimuddin, a resident of Kusunupur village under Ghatgaon police station limits. According to police reports, the occupants of the SUV were returning from a marriage ceremony in Rairangpur, Mayurbhanj district, during the early hours of the day. The driver allegedly lost control of the vehicle, causing it to crash into the house and overturn. Maimuddin died on the spot due to the impact of the collision.
More than 10 people were asleep inside the house at the time of the accident. Fortunately, they escaped unhurt. The injured individuals were rescued from the damaged vehicle by a combined effort of local residents, police personnel, and fire services. They were subsequently taken to the Patna community health centre for medical treatment.
Local Protest and Demands
Following the accident, local residents staged a protest by burning tyres and blocking the highway. They demanded the installation of speed breakers on the road and compensation for the damage caused to the house. The protesters initially refused to allow the removal of the body from the scene. The blockade disrupted vehicular movement on both sides of NH-220 for over an hour.
After discussions with police and local administration officials, the protesters agreed to lift the blockade, and traffic resumed. Kiran Pal Sahu, inspector in-charge of Patna police station, stated, "After talks, the blockade was lifted and traffic resumed. The body has been sent for a post-mortem, the vehicle seized and further investigation is on."
Investigation and Aftermath
The police have registered a case and are conducting a thorough investigation into the accident. The vehicle has been seized, and the deceased's body has been sent for post-mortem examination. Authorities are working to determine the exact cause of the crash. The incident highlights the need for improved road safety measures on NH-220, particularly in the Badabil area.
