The deceased has been identified as Rato Khadka, 52, of Chhatreshwor rural municipality while the identity of another deceased is yet to be ascertained.

The accident took place when a bus (Na 4 Kha 5754) heading towards Khalanga of Rukum district from Ghorahi of Dang district fell some 50 metres off the road after the bus driver lost control of the bus due to over speed.

Of the injured, condition of four is critical and have been referred to Nepalgunj for further treatment, said police. Similarly, other who received minor injuries in the accident are undergoing treatment at District Hospital, Khalanga, and other health institutions. RSS