Fatal Hit-and-Run: Speeding Alto Kills Tea Garden Labourer in Kalain

A tragic road accident has claimed the life of a tea garden labourer in Kalain’s Konapara area. The incident, involving a speeding Alto vehicle, has left the local community in shock.

The victim, identified as Budhu Karmakar, was walking along the road near Konapara Tea Estate when a speeding Alto vehicle struck him. The collision caused severe injuries to his head, leaving him critically wounded. Local residents rushed to the scene and promptly transported him to Kalain Health Centre for immediate medical attention.

Despite efforts at the health centre, Karmakar’s condition worsened due to the severity of his injuries. He was referred to Silchar Medical College and Hospital (SMCH) for advanced treatment. Sadly, Karmakar succumbed to his injuries while undergoing treatment at SMCH.

Eyewitness accounts and visuals from the scene indicate that Karmakar was initially conscious after the accident. However, he had suffered significant blood loss, which likely contributed to the worsening of his condition. The tragedy emphasises the devastating consequences of reckless driving.

Meanwhile, the driver of the Alto vehicle fled the scene, abandoning the car after causing the accident. Authorities are investigating the incident, and efforts are underway to trace the driver.