Army vehicle crashes on Bagdogra’s Junglee Baba Mandir Road, one Agniveer killed, last rites on Saturday

Bagdogra, 27th June: A tragic road accident occurred in Bagdogra when an Indian Army vehicle lost control and crashed into a roadside tree on Junglee Baba Mandir Road while moving from one unit to another. The mishap took place in a forested area, which made communication and immediate assistance difficult.

The accident severely injured 20-year-old Agniveer Prayas Gurung, who was seated at the rear of the vehicle. Several other army personnel on board were also injured. Fortunately, another army vehicle was nearby and quickly transported the injured to the 158 Base Hospital in Bengdubi. Despite medical efforts, Prayas Gurung succumbed to his injuries during treatment.

The deceased soldier was a resident of Lower Lama Gaon under Relling Gram Panchayat in Bijanbari. His body is being taken to his ancestral home today, and his last rites will be performed with full military honours on Saturday.

Following the incident, officials from the Bagdogra Forest Department, Traffic Police, local police station, and Army arrived at the site. The driver and co-driver of the vehicle were also injured and have been admitted to the hospital. A thorough investigation into the cause of the accident is underway.

Army vehicle crashes on Bagdogra’s Junglee Baba Mandir Road, one Agniveer killed, last rites on Saturday

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