Tragic accident claims 5 lives in Kerala

In a devastating incident near Mancheri, Kerala, a collision between an auto-rickshaw and a tempo-traveller carrying Sabarimala pilgrims resulted in the loss of five lives, including two children. The unfortunate accident claimed the lives of the auto-rickshaw driver, Abdul Majeed (50), and passengers Thesleema (34), Muhsina (32), Raiha Fathima (4), and Rinsha Fathima (7).

The collision occurred when the auto-rickshaw, driven by Abdul Majeed, collided with the tempo-traveller transporting Sabarimala pilgrims from Karnataka. The impact of the collision led to the tragic demise of the auto's occupants, while five Sabarimala pilgrims from Karnataka sustained minor injuries.

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The collision's immediate impact resulted in the death of the auto-rickshaw's occupants, while the Sabarimala pilgrims in the tempo-traveller suffered injuries. The emergency response teams were quick to arrive at the scene, providing medical assistance to the injured pilgrims and initiating the necessary investigative procedures.