Jharsuguda (Odisha): In an unfortunate incident, two policemen were killed and 17 others were injured when an overspeeding truck rammed into a police van earlier on Friday morning.
2 policemen were killed and 17 others were injured The incident took place near Banharpali on NH-49 of Jharsuguda district.
The 17 police personnel, injured in the accident, have been admitted to a hospital.
Chief Minister Naveen patnaik announced ex-gratia Rs 5 lakh each and a government job to next of kin of deceased policemen.
In case of serious injuries which might lead to disability in future, ex-gratia Rs 1 lakh has been announced for the policemen.
The police van, carrying 33 policemen, was en-route to Banharpali in Jharsuguda district for deployment ahead of CM Naveen Patnaik's visit today.
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