Tragic Road Accident Claims Four Lives, Including Child, Near Salem

A tragic road accident near Salem claimed the lives of four family members, including a one-year-old child. The victims were traveling on motorcycles when a bus hit them from behind. Chief Minister M K Stalin expressed shock and announced financial aid for the affected families.

In a tragic incident near Salem on Wednesday morning, four members of a family, including two women and a one-year-old child, lost their lives in a road accident.

The family, comprising Murugan, his wife Nandini, their child Kavin, and Vedhavalli with her husband Lakhmanan, were on two motorcycles when a private bus heading towards Salem collided with them from behind.

Murugan, Nandini, and Vedhavalli were declared dead at the scene, while Kavin succumbed to his injuries on the way to the District Government Hospital in Salem. Lakhmanan, who sustained serious injuries, is currently receiving treatment.

Chief Minister M K Stalin expressed his shock over the incident and directed officials to provide special care for the injured. He also announced a compensation of Rs 2 lakh for the families of the deceased and Rs 1 lakh for those who sustained serious injuries.

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