Today, a devastating tractor accident in the Mallekh rural municipality of Achham district has resulted in the loss of five lives and left three others injured, according to Police Inspector Arjun Saud, the Information Officer at the District Police Office.
The deceased individuals have been identified as Rang Dhami (55), Janak Dhami (15), Prem Dhami (45), Nar Bahadur Dhami (37), and Janak Dhami (21), all residents of Mallekh-1. The tragic incident occurred when the tractor with registration number 01002 Ta 4979 was en route from Shodasha to Sanphebagar.
Among the injured are Lal Bahadur Dhami (42), Hansa Dhami (40), and Devendra Dhami (15), who have been promptly transported to Bayalpata Hospital for medical treatment. All the victims, both deceased and injured, hail from the same local ward, compounding the grief and anguish felt by the close-knit community.
The accident has cast a pall of sorrow over the region, as families mourn the untimely loss of their loved ones. The local authorities are actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the tragic event to determine the cause of the accident and prevent such incidents in the future.
As the community grapples with the aftermath of this devastating accident, efforts are underway to provide support and assistance to the affected families. The authorities have urged motorists to exercise caution and adhere to safety regulations while traversing the region’s roadways to prevent further tragedies.