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Two Killed in Pyuthan Van Accident; Investigation Underway

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Two individuals died on the spot when a van veered off the road and fell approximately 200 meters in Damrikhola, Mandavi Rural Municipality-1, Pyuthan. Police have initiated an investigation into the cause of the accident.

  • The accident occurred on the Devisthan-Dang road section.
  • The deceased have been identified as 24-year-old van driver Dilip Pariyar and 26-year-old Abhishek Kunwar.
  • Both victims sustained severe injuries, leading to their immediate death.
  • Police reached the scene promptly after receiving information about the incident.

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