Daijiworld Media Network – Mangaluru

Mangaluru, Sep 9: A tragic accident at Kulur on Tuesday September 9, claimed the life of a private hospital worker, Madhavi, after her scooter hit a large pothole on the road.

According to eyewitnesses, Madhavi lost control of her scooter due to the pothole, fell onto the road, and was run over by a passing fish-laden truck, leading to her spot death.

Local residents expressed anger over the negligence of authorities, pointing out that several potholes stretch along the highway from Mulki to Pumpwell. They alleged that officials act only when fatalities occur, ignoring repeated appeals for road repair.

Residents warned that if urgent measures are not taken, more lives could be lost due to the dangerous condition of the roads.

NHAI officer, truck driver booked

A case has been registered at Mangaluru North traffic police station under Crime No 224/2025, Sections 281, 106(1) BNS and 198(A) of the IMV Act against the officer of the National Highways Authority for negligence in failing to maintain the highway properly and not closing potholes, which led to the accident, as well as against the lorry driver for negligent driving. Investigation has been undertaken.