Special Report by Sabour Correspondent... Horrific Road Accident Near Jichho on Goradih-Bhagalpur Main Road; Chaos Erupts After Pedestrian Hit by Speeding Vehicle, Deep Public Outrage
Bhagalpur, Special Correspondent: Major and distressing news of an accident is emerging from the Sabour and Goradih regions within the Bhagalpur district of Bihar. According to a detailed report by our Sabour correspondent from Bhagalpur, a horrific road accident occurred on Tuesday afternoon near Jichho village on the busy Goradih-Bhagalpur main roadway. Panic erupted at the scene after an individual was critically injured after being struck by an uncontrolled, speeding vehicle. Following the incident, the anger of local villagers and commuters boiled over, leading them to block the road and raise slogans against administrative negligence.
How Did the Accident Happen? (Eyewitness Account of the Incident)
According to the information received, while vehicle movement on the Goradih-Bhagalpur main route was proceeding normally on Tuesday afternoon, this unfortunate incident took place near Jichho:
Speeding and Recklessness: Eyewitnesses state that the vehicle was traveling at a very high speed, and the driver lost control. The out-of-control vehicle delivered a powerful impact to a person who was either crossing the road or walking along the edge.
Victim Left Bleeding on the Road: The collision was so forceful that the victim was flung far away and lay unconscious on the road in a critically injured state. Screams filled the air immediately after the incident, and nearby residents rushed forward to help.
Public Outrage and Road Blockade by Locals
Immediately following the accident near Jichho, the anger of local villagers and shopkeepers skyrocketed:
Road Blockade and Protest: The enraged crowd completely blocked the Goradih-Bhagalpur main road, bringing traffic to a complete standstill. Villagers alleged that heavy and speeding vehicles ply fearlessly along this main route, making such accidents a routine occurrence.
Anti-Administration Slogans: Raising slogans against the district and police administration, the protesters demanded that speed breakers be installed on this route and strict curbs be imposed on the speed limits of heavy vehicles.
Prompt Police Action and Control of the Situation
Upon receiving news of the incident, police forces from the Sabour and Goradih police stations rushed to the spot alongside a contingent:
Transferring the Injured to Hospital: The police first pacified the agitated crowd and, with the help of locals, immediately rushed the critically injured person to Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College and Hospital (Mayaganj) for treatment, where their condition remained critical.
Efforts to Restore Traffic: Police officials assured the villagers that stringent steps would be taken to crack down on speeding vehicles and that barricades would be arranged along the route. After considerable effort, the blockade was cleared, and traffic was restored smoothly.
This accident near Jichho once again exposes the unchecked vehicles racing on our roads and the neglect of safety standards. Unless the administration maintains strict surveillance on this route and implements speed control measures, the lives of ordinary citizens will remain at risk. The need of the hour is to take stern action against traffic violators so that such tragic accidents are not repeated in the future.
