A tragic accident on the Trisulia Bridge in Cuttack claimed the life of a car driver after a collision with a sand-laden Hyva truck during early morning hours.
Witnesses reported that reckless overtaking on the undivided two-lane bridge has become alarmingly frequent, creating dangerous conditions for commuters. The accident highlighted the growing risks posed by heavy vehicles, particularly sand-carrying Hyva trucks that move across the bridge in the morning.
Police reached the spot and initiated an investigation into the incident. Authorities confirmed that the driver died on the spot after the collision. The Hyva truck involved in the crash was seized, and officials began examining the circumstances leading to the accident.
Local residents expressed concern over the increasing number of accidents on the Trisulia Bridge. They demanded stricter enforcement of traffic rules and regulation of heavy vehicle movement during peak hours. Road safety experts also emphasised the need for widening the bridge and installing monitoring systems to prevent reckless driving.
