Six people killed in a pickup van crash in Gajapati district, Odisha, prompting an investigation.

In the town of Paralakhemundi, a tragic accident occurred in Odisha's Gajapati district. The death toll has now risen to six, as two more women have passed away due to their injuries. The local police have confirmed this news, stating that a pickup van carrying 36 passengers overturned at Chiding Ghat near Mohana on Wednesday. Sadly, four people lost their lives on the spot.

The two women who recently passed away have been identified as Sita Bhuyan and Sanju Bhuyan. Sita was being treated at MKCG Medical College and Hospital in Berhampur, while Sanju was at AIIMS-Bhubaneswar. It is heartbreaking to know that they couldn't survive their injuries.

According to the police, all the victims were from Kikisingh village and were on their way to Chandragiri in the pickup van to attend a funeral. It is a devastating turn of events for their families and the entire community. Currently, 24 people are still receiving treatment, and five of them are in critical condition. They are being cared for in the surgery ward of MKCG Medical College and Hospital, where they are being treated for fractures and head injuries.

What's more, the driver of the vehicle is nowhere to be found since the accident. The police are currently investigating his whereabouts. In the meantime, Transport Minister Bibhuti Bhushan Jena paid a visit to the hospital to check on the patients. He has also instructed the hospital authorities to provide the best possible care for the victims. An inquiry has been ordered to determine the cause of the accident.

This tragic incident has left the entire community in shock and mourning. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the victims and their families during this difficult time. May they find the strength to overcome this tragedy, and may the injured recover soon. This serves as a reminder to always be cautious on the roads and to prioritize the safety of ourselves and others.

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