Two people died and 13 were injured when a jeep fell about 30 meters off the road in Aathbiskot Municipality, Rukum West district, on Monday morning.
The accident occurred while the jeep was traveling from Thapagaun in Ward No. 5 of Aathbiskot to Nayadanda.
The jeep, with the registration number ‘Bhe 1 Cha 3112’, went over the edge and down the slope, according to police.
Two Confirmed Dead
Deputy Superintendent of Police Bed Bahadur Poudel, head of the District Police Office, Rukum West, confirmed that two individuals died at the scene.
Thirteen passengers sustained injuries, with some in critical condition and others with minor injuries, as reported by police.
The identities of the deceased and injured have not yet been released.
Local Residents and Police Provide Assistance
Local residents and police helped rescue the injured, who were taken to Aathbiskot Municipal Hospital for treatment. Additional details are still pending.
The critically injured individuals are a major concern.
Police Investigate the Cause of the Crash
Police have started investigating why the jeep veered off the road and fell approximately 30 meters.
Further information about the vehicle, passengers, and the cause of the accident is expected.
This incident underscores the dangers of traveling on roads in Nepal’s hill districts, where steep slopes can lead to severe accidents.
Local Residents and Police Aid Injured
Local residents and police helped rescue the injured.
Initially, the injured were reported to have been taken to Karnali Province Hospital in Surkhet for medical care. Some passengers are critically injured, while others are in stable condition.
Police have not yet confirmed more details about the victims.
Police Investigation Underway
The District Police Office in Rukum West has initiated an investigation into the incident.
They will examine why the jeep went off the road and down the slope.
This incident raises significant concerns about road safety in Nepal’s hill districts, given the challenging terrain and steep roadside drops.