One person died and around five others were reportedly in critical condition after a road accident occurred on the Sum Hospital road near Bharatpur in Bhubaneswar. The accident reportedly happened late on Tuesday night.According to reports, a car rammed into another car near Bharatpur. The intensity of the accident left the front portion of the SUV badly damaged. Upon receiving the information, police reached the spot and launched an investigation. Two people were detained in connection with the incident and were being questioned at the time of reporting. Bhubaneswar Deputy Commissioner of Police, Saravana Vivek M said, “Some people were shifted to the hospital in critical condition and are undergoing treatment. Eyewitnesses were also questioned. The driver was assaulted and was rescued. He was also detained and underwent treatment. The reason behind the accident will be ascertained after questioning him and determining whether he was under the influence of alcohol.”He further stated that the police would enforce Motor Vehicles (MV) rules and urged everyone to follow traffic regulations and cooperate with police officials. He also emphasised that the measures will be taken for the welfare of the public.
One dead, five critical in series accident near Bharatpur in Bhubaneswar
