Villagers Block Key Route After Biker Dies in High-Speed Collision
Key Points:
- Speeding Hyva kills motorcyclist near Hata weighing point
- Villagers block Hata–Odisha route demanding swift police action
- Crowd seeks curbs on parking, overloading and reckless driving
POTKA – A motorcyclist died on Thursday near Hata Dharmakanta after a fast-moving Hyva struck him on the busy corridor linking the region with Odisha.
The victim was identified as Laxman Mahakud from the Rupa Nachna area. However, the Hyva hit him with great force. He died instantly.
Villagers soon gathered at the spot. Moreover, they blocked the Hata–Odisha route. The protesters demanded firm action. They did not allow police to remove the body.
Traffic stopped on the route. However, long queues formed quickly. Many travellers faced delays.
Protesters raised several demands. They sought a ban on large vehicle parking near the weighing point. They also demanded a halt to overloading at the Haldi Pokhar railway siding. In addition, they asked for stronger checks on speeding Hyva trucks.
Police reached the site. However, they worked to calm the situation. Officers later seized the Hyva. They initiated legal steps in the case.
On the other hand, several similar road accidents have occurred in the region. A recent truck mishap highlighted safety issues. Another collision on Tata–Hata Road showed recurring hazards. A fatal crash near Rajnagar added concern. A Potka accident raised alarms. A hit-and-run on NH-220 indicated broader risks. These incidents underscore ongoing challenges in the wider area.
A fatal crash on Sheetal Main Road further shows repeated tragedies in the region.
