An ambulance traveling from Jumla to Nepalgunj met with an accident in Kalikot, resulting in the deaths of two individuals. According to Deputy Superintendent of Police Him Bahadur Khatri of Kalikot, the victims were Bhim Bahadur Adhikari and driver Shakti Bahadur Shahi. The injured, Kal Bahadur Adhikari and Lokendra Shahi, are currently receiving treatment at Kalikot District Hospital.
The accident occurred when the ambulance, registered in Hima Rural Municipality of Jumla (registration number Na 01001 Ja 0024), fell approximately 25 meters off the road near Mayorkhola in Khandachakra Municipality-2. The 32-year-old Bhim Bahadur Adhikari and 26-year-old driver Shakti Bahadur Shahi lost their lives in the accident. Police reported that 71-year-old Kal Bahadur Adhikari was being transported to Nepalgunj from Karnali Academy of Health Sciences for further treatment when the incident occurred, leading to the death of his son Bhim Bahadur.
Among the injured, Kal Bahadur Adhikari sustained leg injuries, while Lokendra Shahi suffered minor injuries to his ear and abdomen. Both are currently undergoing medical care at Kalikot District Hospital. According to Police Chief Khatri, the initial assessment indicates that the accident was caused by thick fog on the road.
