Dhubri (Assam), 2 November (HS): A man was killed after being hit by a speeding tractor at Kathaldi First Block village under Bilasipara in Assam’s Dhubri district on Sunday night.

The deceased has been identified as Kitab Ali, a resident of Kathaldi First Block village.

According to information, Ali was heading towards Bilasipara market from his home when a tractor approaching from the opposite direction at high speed rammed into him on a public road in the village. He sustained serious injuries in the collision.

Following the accident, local residents rushed him to Bilasipara Adarsha Hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries during treatment.

The tractor involved in the accident bears registration number AS-26C-9054. The incident has plunged the family and the entire village into mourning. Police have initiated an investigation into the accident.---------------

Hindusthan Samachar / Sriprakash