A tragic road accident in Bolangir district claimed the lives of three children and left three others injured when a pickup vehicle overturned near Marlad Square in Titlagarh on Tuesday. The driver also sustained injuries.
Reports said the pickup, carrying a family returning from a feast in Lesun Bahali, collided head-on with a bike near Marlad. The impact caused the vehicle to lose balance and overturn. Three children died on the spot, while others were rushed to Titilagarh hospital. Doctors declared the deceased upon arrival.
Local residents quickly rescued the injured and shifted them to the hospital. Three children and the driver remain in critical condition. Authorities later transferred the severely injured to Bhima Bhoi Medical College and Hospital in Balangir for advanced treatment.
Police reached the accident site, seized the vehicle, and launched an investigation. Officials are examining how the collision occurred and whether negligence contributed to the tragedy.
