A tragic traffic accident in Nashipur, Sadar Upazila of Dinajpur, claimed the lives of four people and left at least three others seriously injured, including a five-year-old child. The incident occurred around midday on Saturday, 22 November, on the Dinajpur-Rangpur highway, when a bus collided with an autorickshaw.
According to initial reports, the bus ran over the autorickshaw, causing three fatalities at the scene. The injured passengers were swiftly transported to Dinajpur Medical College Hospital, where doctors later declared a fourth victim dead. The child, who was seriously hurt in the collision, remains under critical medical care.
Nuruzzaman, officer-in-charge of Dinajpur Kotwali Police Station, confirmed the accident and stated that authorities have begun investigating the cause of the crash. Among the deceased, one has been identified as Shimu Akter, 38, a resident of Upashahar, Block 8, Dinajpur town. The identities of the other victims are yet to be released pending family notifications.
Traffic accidents on the Dinajpur-Rangpur highway have raised ongoing safety concerns due to high vehicle speeds and inadequate road safety measures. Authorities emphasised the need for stricter traffic enforcement and better public awareness to prevent similar tragedies in the future.
A summary of the accident is provided below:
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Date & Time | 22 November 2024, around midday |
| Location | Nashipur, Sadar Upazila, Dinajpur (Dinajpur-Rangpur highway) |
| Vehicles Involved | Bus and autorickshaw |
| Deaths | 4 (3 at the scene, 1 at hospital) |
| Injured | At least 3, including a 5-year-old child (critical) |
| Identified Deceased | Shimu Akter, 38, resident of Upashahar, Dinajpur |
| Police Action | Investigation underway, confirmed by Dinajpur Kotwali Police |
Hospital staff reported that the injured are receiving emergency care, and relatives have been informed. Police have urged motorists to exercise caution, particularly in areas prone to high traffic volumes, and stressed the importance of road safety measures, including adherence to speed limits and careful navigation in populated areas.
The accident has shocked the local community, highlighting the urgent need for road safety improvements on major highways in Dinajpur and surrounding districts.
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