24-year-old Biker Killed in Hit-and-Run During Chhattisgarh Tour
A 24-year-old biker from Mumbai died following a hit-and-run incident in Balod district, Chhattisgarh. The accident occurred while she was on a tour of the Bastar region.
Key takeaways
- A 24-year-old woman, Riddhi Divyesh Thakkar, died in a road accident in Balod district, Chhattisgarh.
- Her motorcycle was struck by an unidentified heavy vehicle, which then fled the scene.
- Thakkar was on a tour of the Bastar region with a group of approximately 20 bikers.
- The incident highlights ongoing concerns about road safety in Chhattisgarh, where daily road accident fatalities are reported to be around 21.
A 24-year-old woman, identified as Riddhi Divyesh Thakkar, lost her life after her motorcycle was struck by an unidentified heavy vehicle in Balod district, Chhattisgarh. The incident occurred on Wednesday around 6 a.m. in Markatola ghat.
Thakkar, a resident of Borivali (West), Maharashtra, was part of a group of approximately 20 bikers touring the Bastar region. Following the collision, the vehicle fled the scene without providing assistance. Authorities are currently attempting to locate the driver.
What Happened
Riddhi Divyesh Thakkar sustained severe leg injuries. Her fellow bikers contacted emergency services, and she was transported by ambulance to the Charama Community Health Centre in the Kanker district. She was subsequently transferred to a private hospital in Dhamtari district for further treatment, where she passed away at 8:30 a.m.
The group of bikers, comprising individuals from various parts of Maharashtra and other states, has since returned to Raipur and is heading back to their respective homes.
Background
The Chhattisgarh High Court recently described the state's road accident situation as "alarming." The court requested an affidavit from the government outlining measures to reduce accidents and address dangerous road sections. Statistics presented indicated that approximately 21 road accident fatalities occur daily in Chhattisgarh. In 2025, the state recorded 15,484 road accidents, resulting in 6,967 deaths and 13,156 injuries. From January 1 to May 31 this year, 6,891 accidents led to 3,170 deaths and 5,741 injuries.
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