The deceased has been identified as Sanam Kandangwa, 22, of Shibasathakshi-9, according to Police Inspector at the District Traffic Police Office, Rajesh Rai.

The accident took place when a motorcycle (Me 6 Pa 2333) heading towards east from west collided with a van (Ba 10 Cha 9818) coming from opposite direction.

Three others– Raju Dahal, 31, of Birtamod-5, his wife Anjana Dahal, 28, and Gita Karki of the same place, who were travelling in the van, were also injured. They are undergoing treatment at Birtamod-based B and C hospital.