Nuapada: A tragic road accident occurred on National Highway-353 in the Khariar area of Odisha’s Nuapada district on Thursday, resulting in the deaths of a couple.

The incident transpired near Tikhali Square during the morning hours, where the victims, Kapurchan Patel and his wife Mandakini Patel, both hailing from Birunpadar village within the Komna police jurisdiction, met with the fatal collision.

Reports indicate that the couple was returning home after visiting a relative in Kotipadar village when a truck collided with their motorcycle. Tragically, both Kapurchan and Mandakini were pronounced dead at the scene, and the truck involved fled the area.

In the aftermath of the accident, local residents organized a protest demanding compensation for the grieving family.

Upon receiving notification, the Khariar police arrived at the location to commence their investigation. Efforts are ongoing to locate the truck and apprehend its driver.