Six Killed as Container Smashes Into Passenger Auto Near Dehri Tangwa

A tragic head‑on collision between a passenger auto‑rickshaw and a freight container occurred on the Chandwa‑Chapri road, close to the Dehri‑Tangwa valley in Latehar district. The impact was powerful enough to pin the auto under the container, causing immediate deaths of six individuals and leaving several others seriously injured.

Emergency teams responded quickly, transporting the injured to Chandwa Medical Center where doctors are providing treatment. Police have secured the area and are conducting a forensic analysis to determine factors such as speed, road conditions, and possible driver error.

Local authorities have urged residents to exercise caution on rural highways, emphasizing the importance of road safety measures and strict adherence to traffic regulations.