Jajpur, July 11: Two youths were killed after their motorcycle was hit by a hyva on NH-20 near Rajghat in Jajpur late on Wednesday night.
The identities of the deceased have yet to be ascertained.
The incident occurred while the duo was traveling to their home from Jajpur town on a bike at night. A speeding hyva hit them from behind.
They immediately rushed to Jajpur DHH where they were declared brought dead.
On being informed, police reached the spot and seized the bike. The incident sparked tension in the area with locals gathering on the spot and staging a road blockade.
Further investigation is on.