Bandarban: A woman lost her life and five others sustained injuries in a road accident that occurred in the Meraipara area of Taracha union under Rowangchhari upazila. The incident unfolded yesterday evening.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the deceased was identified as Hlayinu Marma, 45, who was the wife of Chathowaimong Marma and a resident of Headmanpara in the upazila. The tragic accident took place around 5:30 pm on a hill slope when a local vehicle, known as a Chandergari, overturned after its driver lost control. The mishap resulted in the immediate death of Hlayinu Marma and left five others injured.
Unumong Marma, chairman of Taracha Union Parishad, reported that the injured individuals were promptly taken to Bandarban Sadar Hospital for medical attention. Officer-in-Charge of Rowangchhari Police Station, Shuvro Mukul, confirmed the details of the incident.