Story highlights
- Lorry driver Mihir Lal Debnath died trapped after accident in Chakmaghat
- Rescue operation prolonged as machines failed to function properly
- Chief Minister Manik Saha confirmed probe into the incident
The Tripura government has launched a probe into the death of a lorry driver in Khowai district’s Chakmaghat, Chief Minister Manik Saha said on August 5.
Mihir Lal Debnath, who was trapped inside the cabin of the cement-laden lorry after the vehicle hit a tree at Chakmaghat in early hours of August 5, succumbed as a prolonged rescue operation failed.
“A probe has been initiated in connection with the unfortunate incident at Teliamura where a driver tragically lost his life following a mishap,” the chief minister wrote on X.
In a viral video, one person claimed that machines brought to rescue the driver did not function.
“The concerned authorities have been directed to submit a detailed report at the earliest. Appropriate action will be taken if any negligence is found on the part of any individual,” the chief minister said.
Edited By: Avantika
Published On: Aug 06, 2025