Konalu, Mangaluru: A tragic incident on Friday, July 12, saw Pranam Kotian (23), a medical representative residing in Kodikal, Mangaluru, lose his life in a road accident. Pranam was riding his scooter at Kolpe in Konalu village near Nelyadi when a pickup truck collided with his vehicle on the Mangaluru-Bengaluru National Highway 75.
The collision left Pranam critically injured, and despite immediate medical attention at the scene, he succumbed to his injuries shortly after being rushed to the hospital.
The Uppinangady police have initiated an investigation into the accident and have registered a case in connection with the tragic incident. Details regarding the circumstances leading to the collision are under scrutiny to determine the exact cause.
The untimely demise of Pranam Kotian has cast a pall of sorrow over his family and community, highlighting the importance of road safety measures on busy highways.