Karwar, September 2, 2025: A tragic accident occurred late last night in the tunnel on the national highway in Karwar, where a collision between two cars resulted in the death of one person and injuries to four others. The incident took place around 2:30 AM when an Alto car, driven by Ranjit Kumar Vishwanath Naik, a 35-year-old resident of Puttur, attempted to overtake another vehicle while traveling from Goa towards Puttur via Karwar.

According to reports, the Alto lost control during the overtaking maneuver, leading to a collision with an oncoming car. Ranjit Kumar Vishwanath Naik was killed on the spot due to the impact. The occupants of the other car, identified as Vivek, Girish, Pavan, and the driver Ganesh, all from Chikkaballapur, sustained minor injuries. They were promptly taken to Karwar KRIMS Hospital for treatment.

The accident occurred within the jurisdiction of the Karwar Traffic Police Station, and a case has been registered for further investigation. Authorities are examining the circumstances leading to the crash, including the possibility of speeding or other factors contributing to the loss of control.