One killed as off-road vehicle plunges into gorge at Kakkadampoyil in Keralam’s Kozhikode
A tragic accident occurred in Kozhikode, Kerala, when an off-road tourist vehicle plunged into a gorge, resulting in one death and several critical injuries. Local emergency responders and residents assisted in transporting the victims to a nearby medical college.
Why it matters
The incident highlights road safety concerns in hilly tourist regions and the importance of emergency response infrastructure.
One killed as off-road vehicle plunges into gorge at Kakkadampoyil in Keralam’s Kozhikode left Image for representational purpose https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/27x2kh/article71624626.ece/alternates/FREE_1200/9911_20-9-2020_20-46-31_2_RAIN-2.JPEG HANDOUT_E_MAIL A tourist vehicle fell off the road near Kelagudu in Mudigere taluka as driver failed to negotiate a deep curve amidst rians. Photo by special arrangement The accident took place along the Koodaranhi-Kakkadampoyil route when the driver reportedly lost control of the vehicle, causing it to skid and plunge down the slope Kozhikode A 23-year-old man was killed and seven others suffered critical injuries after an off-roaf vehicle carrying tourists veered off the road and plunged into a gorge at Kakkadampoyil in Keralam’s Kozhikode district…
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