An elderly man tragically lost his life in a road accident in Madhubani district. The incident occurred while the man was returning home on his bicycle after selling plants and vegetables. A speeding truck reportedly ran over him, causing severe injuries.

The victim was immediately rushed to Darbhanga Medical College and Hospital (DMCH) for treatment. Despite the best efforts of the doctors, he succumbed to his injuries during treatment due to the severity of the impact.

According to local residents, the deceased, a daily vendor, had gone to the market from his village to sell plants and vegetables. After a day's work, he was cycling back home in the evening when an uncontrolled truck hit him. The truck driver fled the scene immediately after the accident.

Upon receiving information, the police arrived at the accident site and initiated an investigation. The body has been sent for post-mortem, and the victim's family has been informed. The incident has cast a pall of gloom over the area. Local residents are demanding increased road safety measures and stricter control over speeding vehicles from the administration. They are also urging for the swift arrest of the absconding truck driver. This incident once again highlights the lack of road safety in rural areas and the dangers posed by speeding vehicles.