Tragic Collision: Seven Killed, Four Injured in Bihar Accident
A tragic road accident in Bihar's Khagaria district resulted in the deaths of seven, including a two-month-old girl, and left four injured. The collision between a truck and an auto-rickshaw occurred on National Highway-31. Bihar's Chief Minister has announced financial aid for the victims' families.
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In a tragic incident on Monday, seven people, including a two-month-old infant, lost their lives in a head-on collision between a truck and an auto-rickshaw in Bihar's Khagaria district. The accident occurred on National Highway-31, said the police.
Deputy Superintendent of Police Mukul Kumar Ranjan confirmed that all the deceased were passengers in the auto-rickshaw, which was severely impacted by the crash. Four additional passengers sustained injuries and were transported to a government hospital for treatment.
Bihar's Chief Minister Samrat Choudhary expressed his condolences, pledging a compensation of Rs 4 lakh to the families of the deceased. He has also directed officials to provide necessary medical care for the injured.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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