Chhattisgarh: 18 tendu leaf collectors killed as their vehicle plunges into gorge

The victims, mostly women, were returning to their village after plucking tendu leaves from a forest in Chhattisgarh’s Kabirdham district

Updated on: May 20, 2024, 16:24:38 IST

By Ritesh Mishra

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Eighteen people, mostly women, who were returning to their village after plucking tendu leaves from a forest in Chhattisgarh’s Kabirdham district, were killed as a mini goods vehicle they were travelling in skidded off the road and plunged into a gorge on Monday, police said.

Police said four others were injured in the accident, and they were rushed to the district hospital.

Four others were injured in the accident, and they were rushed to the district hospital, police added.

Superintendent of police (SP) Abhishek Pallav said that the incident took place near Bahpani village under Kukdur police station limits.

Police rushed to the spot after the alert and more details are awaited, the SP added.

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Ritesh Mishra
Ritesh Mishra is the State Correspondent for Chhattisgarh with Hindustan Times. He reports on Maoism, internal security, politics, mining, governance, and major developments shaping the state. Based in Raipur, he has covered Chhattisgarh since 2016, reporting extensively from the Bastar region and other conflict-affected areas. With nearly two decades of experience in journalism, Ritesh has built a reputation for ground reporting from some of India's most challenging terrains. His coverage spans Left-Wing Extremism, counter-insurgency operations, elections, tribal affairs, environmental issues, infrastructure, mining, and socio-economic developments. He has reported on major security operations, policy initiatives, wildlife crime, and the changing dynamics of conflict and development in Central India. Before moving to Chhattisgarh, Ritesh spent eight years reporting from Madhya Pradesh, covering politics, administration, crime, development, and social issues. Throughout his career, he has reported on various forms of extremism in Central India, combining field reporting with in-depth analysis to produce accurate, balanced, and impactful journalism. Prior to joining Hindustan Times, Ritesh worked with The Pioneer and The Free Press Journal, where he covered a wide range of beats and honed his skills in political, investigative, and field reporting. His reporting is marked by exclusive stories, extensive fieldwork, and a commitment to factual, on-the-ground journalism that brings complex issues to a wider audience.Read More