Sonepur, March 10: Deep sorrow engulfed a village in Subarnapur district as four members of the same family who died in a tragic road accident were cremated amid heart-rending scenes. From the village street to the cremation ground, large crowds gathered while relatives and villagers broke down in grief.

The victims were residents of Jampali village under Binika Police Station. Their sudden deaths have left the entire area in shock.

According to reports, six people from the village, including a child, had travelled on two motorcycles on Sunday to attend a wedding at Rugudipali village in Bargarh district. While returning home at around 9 pm, a speeding Bolero allegedly rammed into the two motorcycles from behind near Mehena Chhak under Bheden Police Station.

Four people died on the spot in the crash. The deceased have been identified as Dayasagar Pradhan, Santosh Pradhan, Kahara Pradhan and Soumya Pradhan, all belonging to the same family. Two others sustained critical injuries and are currently undergoing treatment at Veer Surendra Sai Institute of Medical Sciences and Research (VIMSAR), where they are battling for their lives.

The tragic incident has cast a pall of gloom across the region. Villagers and local residents have demanded strict action against the driver of the vehicle involved in the accident and have urged the state government to provide financial assistance to the bereaved family.