Tragic Collision Claims Lives in Ganjam

A horrific motorcycle collision claimed three lives, including a father-son pair, in Ganjam, Odisha. The incident occurred near Samantarapur in the Jarada police station area. Victims Sunil and Rajesh died instantly, while Dau succumbed later. The Chief Minister extended condolences and announced financial aid for the families.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Bhubaneswar | Updated: 10-07-2025 21:56 IST | Created: 10-07-2025 21:56 IST
Tragic Collision Claims Lives in Ganjam
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A tragic motorcycle collision in Odisha's Ganjam district resulted in the deaths of three individuals, including a father-son duo, according to local police reports on Thursday.

The accident occurred in the vicinity of Samantarapur, within the Jarada police station jurisdiction. The deceased have been identified as Dau Gouda, aged 55, his son Sunil Kumar Gouda, 25, and Rajesh Panigrahi, 25.

Upon impact, Sunil and Rajesh died immediately, while Dau later succumbed to injuries at Patrapada Hospital. The deceased underwent post-mortem examinations. Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi expressed his sorrow over the tragic loss and declared an ex-gratia of Rs 4 lakh for the victims' families, as noted by the CMO on X.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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