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Two drivers lost their lives in a tragic accident inside the restricted zone of Paradip Port in Odisha. The accident took place on Saturday night. The deceased have been identified as Chandan Jena and Ratnakar Swain.
The fatal incident occurred when a high-speed tipper collided with a stationary IPT dumper that had reportedly broken down. The force of the collision caused the dumper to overturn. At the time, the dumper’s driver had called another driver to assist with engine repairs. Both drivers were inside the dumper when it overturned, and tragically, they died on the spot due to the severity of the crash.
As per reports, the intensity of the crash caused the cabin of the dumper to detach from the main vehicle and flip, fatally crushing the two drivers inside.
Following the accident, the tipper lorry driver fled the scene, leaving no trace behind.
Following the incident, IPT dumper drivers launched a protest near Port Gates No. 2 and No. 3, demanding compensation for the families of the deceased. The protest has disrupted cargo transportation, reportedly bringing activities in the port to a standstill. It has been reported that this disruption has affected operations, including the movement of goods, within the port.
The bodies of the deceased have been taken to Atharbanki Hospital for post-mortem. Authorities are investigating the cause of the accident, and efforts are underway to locate the driver of the tipper lorry.
