Tragic Accident Claims Life of Bike Rider in Karimganj, Sparks Public Protest

A devastating accident occurred this morning in the Batoiya area of Karimganj, resulting in the tragic death of a bike rider. The victim, identified as Nurul Hasan alias Manjur, was killed instantly in a head-on collision with a dumper truck.

The incident took place on the Assam-Tripura National Highway 8 when Manjur, riding a bike with registration number AS10D8253, collided with a truck registered under the number TR01AT1762. According to the public eyewitness, the bike rider was dragged several meters by the truck, leading to his immediate death on the spot.

The fatal accident has ignited a wave of anger among the locals. In response to the tragedy, an enraged public has blocked the highway, staging a protest against the high-speed plying of heavy vehicles through the area. Demonstrators are calling for stricter regulations and enforcement to prevent such accidents in the future.

The community’s response underscores the urgent need for improved traffic management and safety measures to protect all road users. Hundreds of people have gathered on the road to express their grief. Karimganj Police has reached the spot and is currently trying to bring the situation under control.