Stephan Kayyar
Daijiworld Media Network – Kasargod
Kasargod, Dec 14: In a tragic road accident, a scooter rider lost his life after colliding with a car at Shiria near Kumble on national highway on Saturday.
The deceased has been identified as Dhanraj (40), a resident of Pratap Nagar, Uppala. Dhanraj sustained severe injuries in the accident and was rushed to a hospital in Bandyodu. However, he succumbed to his injuries despite efforts for medical intervention.
The mortal remains were later shifted to the Mangalpady Government Hospital mortuary.
Dhanraj was an active BJP leader serving as the Kumble mandal secretary. He had previously held key positions such as district vice-president of the Yuva Morcha and mandal general secretary.
The Kumble police have registered a case and initiated further investigation.