Man killed in traffic accident; Locals obstruct Pasang Lhamu highway

Tinpiple locals have obstructed vehicular movement along the Pasang Lhamu Highway after a motorcyclist was killed in an accident in the area, early on Thursday morning.

Upendra Raj Acharya (35) of Goldhunga died this morning after his motorcycle hit a sidewalk, police said. He breathed his last while receiving treatment at Janamaitri Hospital. Locals are demanding that the government provide relief for the deceased's kin.

Police have redirected traffic along the highway towards the Thanko-Galchhi highway, traffic officials said. Nepalnews.com