A 52-year-old vehicle driver from Almora died after his health suddenly deteriorated at a hotel in Munsiyari, Pithoragarh, on Monday morning. The driver, identified as Virendra Rana, had brought tourists to the hill town in his vehicle and was staying at a local hotel.
According to the information available, Rana’s condition worsened at around 10:00 on Monday. Hotel staff and fellow drivers found him unconscious, with foam coming from his mouth, and took him to the nearest Community Health Centre.
Doctors made efforts to save him, but he could not be revived. Dr Ahmad Raza said the driver was brought to the health centre with foam coming from his mouth. The hospital then informed the police.
Police investigation and mortem
Munsiyari station house officer Yogesh Kumar said police took custody of the body and sent it for mortem examination. The actual cause of death will be known only after mortem report is received.
Rana was the son of Hukum Singh and lived in Malli Mirai, Almora. His family was informed about the death, and relatives were left grieving after receiving the news.
The incident occurred while Rana was in Munsiyari after transporting tourists from Almora. No confirmed cause of death has been established at this stage, and mortem report remains the next official step.
Conclusion
Virendra Rana died after falling suddenly ill at a Munsiyari hotel. Police have sent his body for mortem, and the report is expected to clarify the cause of death.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Who died in the incident?
Virendra Rana, a 52-year-old vehicle driver from Malli Mirai in Almora, died after his health deteriorated suddenly.
Q. Where did the incident occur?
The incident occurred at a local hotel in Munsiyari, Pithoragarh.
Q. Why was Virendra Rana in Munsiyari?
He had brought tourists from Almora to Munsiyari in his vehicle and was staying at a hotel there.
Q. When did his health deteriorate?
His condition worsened at around 10:00 on Monday morning.
Q. Where was he taken after falling ill?
Hotel staff and fellow drivers took him to the nearest Community Health Centre.
Q. What action did police take?
Police took custody of the body and sent it for mortem examination.
Q. Is the cause of death confirmed?
No. Police said the actual cause will be clear after mortem report is received.
