KATHMANDU: An accident involving a government vehicle in Bhungkhani, Ward 2 of Galkot Municipality, Baglung, has resulted in the deaths of three individuals. One person sustained serious injuries.

According to the District Police Office, Baglung, the government vehicle with registration number RA 1 JHA 200 veered off the road and fell approximately 300 meters down a steep area around 8:45 AM. Two women and one man were declared dead at the scene.

The authorities have stated that the challenging terrain has made it difficult to retrieve the bodies of the deceased. The deceased's names are still awaiting confirmation.

One injured person was sent to Baglung's Dhawalagiri Hospital for medical attention, after being rescued. The incident is still being looked at by authorities.