Fatal Road Accident in Chhattisgarh
A 24-year-old Mumbai resident, Riddhi Divyesh Thakkar, lost her life in a tragic road accident in Chhattisgarh’s Balod district on Wednesday, August 12, 2026. Thakkar was part of a group of 20 bikers on a tour from Raipur to Bastar when the incident occurred.
Incident Details
According to Balod Superintendent of Police Kiran Chavan, Thakkar was struck by an unidentified vehicle, possibly a truck, near Markatola Ghat, resulting in severe leg injuries. She was rushed to a community health centre and later referred to Shriram Hospital in Dhamtari, where she succumbed to her injuries.
A post-mortem examination is being conducted at the District Hospital in Dhamtari, and the incident site falls under the jurisdiction of the Purur police station, where an FIR will be registered. The driver of the errant vehicle has not been identified yet.
The group of bikers, comprising individuals from various parts of Maharashtra, had embarked on a tour from Nagpur to Raipur and were en route to Bastar when the accident occurred. Following the incident, the fellow bikers returned home.
- The accident highlights the importance of road safety and responsible driving.
- The incident has left the biking community in shock, with many taking to social media to express their condolences.
- An investigation into the incident is underway, and the authorities are working to identify the driver of the vehicle responsible for the accident.
The tragic incident serves as a reminder of the risks associated with road travel and the need for caution and vigilance on the roads.
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