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Three Dead, Three Injured as Speeding Car Hits Kirtan Group on Supaul Road
✍️ Patna Press
🗓 26 Aug 2026, 07:32 AM
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A speeding vehicle struck a group of singers performing a kirtan on Supaul road, killing three and injuring three others.
A vehicle travelling at high speed collided with a group of devotees singing a kirtan on the Supaul‑Bihar highway on Saturday. The impact caused the deaths of three individuals and left three more with injuries that required medical attention.
Local police arrived at the scene shortly after the crash and confirmed that the car had failed to slow down despite the presence of the crowd. Emergency services transported the injured to the nearest hospital, where they are being treated for varying degrees of trauma.
Authorities have opened an investigation into the incident, focusing on the driver’s speed and possible negligence. The police have urged witnesses to come forward with any information that could aid the probe.
The incident has raised concerns among community members about road safety on busy rural routes, especially during religious gatherings. Local officials have pledged to review traffic enforcement measures in the area to prevent similar tragedies.
Further details will be released as the investigation progresses.
Local police arrived at the scene shortly after the crash and confirmed that the car had failed to slow down despite the presence of the crowd. Emergency services transported the injured to the nearest hospital, where they are being treated for varying degrees of trauma.
Authorities have opened an investigation into the incident, focusing on the driver’s speed and possible negligence. The police have urged witnesses to come forward with any information that could aid the probe.
The incident has raised concerns among community members about road safety on busy rural routes, especially during religious gatherings. Local officials have pledged to review traffic enforcement measures in the area to prevent similar tragedies.
Further details will be released as the investigation progresses.