Mumbai Biker Dies in Road Accident During Raipur-Bastar Group Tour in Chhattisgarh
A 24-year-old motorcyclist from Mumbai died after being hit by an unidentified vehicle in Chhattisgarh’s Balod district early on Wednesday, August 12, 2026. The victim was traveling as part of an organized group riding from Raipur to the Bastar region.
What Happened
The victim, identified as Riddhi Divyesh Thakkar, was a resident of Borivali (West) in Maharashtra. She was riding with a group of 20 motorcyclists from various regions of Maharashtra who were undertaking a road tour toward Bastar.
According to Balod Superintendent of Police Kiran Chavan, the collision occurred near Markatola Ghat. Thakkar was struck by an unidentified four-wheeled vehicle, suspected to be a truck, which caused severe bodily trauma and fractures to both of her legs.
Following an emergency call placed to the 112 service, personnel from the Charama police station area transported Thakkar to the community health centre in Charama. Due to the severity of her injuries, she was referred to Shriram Hospital in Dhamtari, where she succumbed during medical treatment. A post-mortem examination was scheduled at the District Hospital in Dhamtari.
Key Highlights
- Victim: Riddhi Divyesh Thakkar, 24, from Borivali (West), Mumbai.
- Location: Markatola Ghat in Balod district, within the jurisdiction of Purur police station.
- Tour Details: A 20-member motorcycle group from Maharashtra traveling from Raipur to Bastar after previously completing the Nagpur-to-Raipur route.
- Current Status: Police are registering a First Information Report (FIR) and working to identify the vehicle and driver involved.
Why This Matters
The incident highlights the road safety hazards faced by long-distance travelers along inter-district highway stretches. Following the fatal collision, the accompanying riders aborted their planned itinerary to Bastar and began their return journey home.
What to Watch Next
Police under the Purur police station jurisdiction are handling the formal registration of the FIR and continuing efforts to locate the driver and vehicle that fled the scene.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who was the victim in the accident?
The victim was 24-year-old Riddhi Divyesh Thakkar, a resident of Borivali (West), Mumbai.
Where did the collision take place?
The accident occurred near Markatola Ghat in the Balod district of Chhattisgarh, an area overseen by the Purur police station.
Has the driver responsible been identified?
According to authorities, neither the vehicle nor the errant driver had been identified as of Wednesday evening.
Source: Reporting based on official statements by Balod Superintendent of Police Kiran Chavan as published by The Hindu.