A 21 year old driver tragically died when his Bolero jeep went off the road in Deumai Municipality 1, Ilam district, eastern Nepal.
Bipin Diyali, from Chamaita in Deumai Municipality 1, was pronounced dead at the scene.
He was driving toward Chauri Bazaar in the Chamaita area when he lost control of the vehicle.
Jeep Falls in Chauri Bazaar Area
The incident took place in the Chauri Bazaar area of Chamaita, Deumai Municipality 1. The Bolero reportedly fell about two meters.
Police have not provided details about the cause of the accident or if there were other passengers or injuries.
Police Launch Investigation
“An investigation has begun after confirming the driver was Bipin Diyali,” stated Laxmi Bhandari, Deputy Superintendent of Police at the District Police Office, Ilam.
Authorities are looking into the circumstances of the accident.
The incident raises concerns about road safety in Nepal, particularly on local and rural roads. This accident highlights the need for further investigation to understand its causes.