Monk Principal Killed in Road Mishap in Monggar

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Monk Principal Killed in Road Mishap in Monggar

A 36-year-old lam from Trashigang, who was serving as the principal of a lobdra in Monggar, died in a road accident earlier today at Khalingzi.

The incident took place on the East-West Highway, around 10 kilometres from Kurizampa towards Monggar. He was reportedly travelling from Monggar town to Gyalpozhing at the time of the accident.

One other passenger was in the vehicle and escaped with minor injuries. The individual is currently being kept under observation.

Preliminary information indicates that the accident may have occurred after the driver lost control. Officials are likely to investigate further to confirm the exact cause.