Monday, January 12th, 2026

Three killed in jeep accident in Baitadi



BAITADI: Three people were killed in a jeep accident this morning at Sandighanti in Patan Municipality-8 along the Jayaprithi Highway in Baitadi district.

The Bolero jeep (registration number Ma 1 Ja 224), which was traveling from Motinagar to Dadeldhura, lost control and plunged about 300 meters off the road, according to police.

Police spokesperson Inspector Suraj Singh said that three men died on the spot. Their identities have not yet been established.

The total number of passengers in the vehicle remains unknown. Police said others on board were injured and have been taken to Dadeldhura Hospital for treatment.

Publish Date : 12 January 2026 12:30 PM

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