Sambalpur: Illegal Parking on Service Road Claims Another Life; Mini Truck Hits Mother-Daughter Near Dhankauda Chowk, Daughter Dead and Mother Critically Injured
Fatal Accident Near Dhankauda Chowk
Sambalpur: Sambalpur witnessed a tragic accident due to illegal parking on the service road. On Friday evening, around 7 PM near Dhankauda Chowk, a mini truck hit a mother and daughter from behind while they were walking. Sadly, the daughter, Rajeshwari Pradhan (22), lost her life, while her mother, Subhashini Pradhan (48), sustained serious injuries. Doctors at the district hospital declared Rajeshwari dead upon arrival, and her mother is receiving critical care.
Driver Arrested
The police promptly responded to the accident by seizing the mini truck involved and arresting its driver, Saharukh Khan. His reckless driving was blamed for the unfortunate event.
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Public Outrage and Road Block
The accident sparked widespread anger among local residents. People blocked the national highway in protest and even damaged the truck involved. Hundreds of vehicles were stuck on both sides of the road for nearly an hour as the protest continued. Police arrived on the scene and convinced the crowd to clear the blockade, assuring action against illegal parking and proper compensation for the victim’s family.
Repeated Accidents Due to Illegal Parking
This was not the first accident on this service road. Frequent mishaps continue to occur due to illegal parking along the Sambalpur-Deogarh national highway. Just a few days ago, two students died near Remed-Gopalpali after a truck ran them over.
Call for Action
Residents have strongly demanded the immediate removal of illegal parking spots along the service road. They blame both the police and the transport department for their negligence, which they believe is a major cause of such accidents. Authorities must take strict measures to prevent further loss of lives.
