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A fatal accident occurred on Panchanantala Road in Howrah when a cyclist was struck by a bus. The bus, operating on route 73 from Dharmatala to Dashnagar, collided with the cyclist, causing his immediate death at the scene. The incident triggered panic among local residents, leading to swift notification of the authorities.
The police arrived promptly, arrested the bus driver, and seized the vehicle. The victim’s body was recovered and sent for post-mortem. Following the incident, traffic on Panchanantala Road was temporarily disrupted but was soon restored to normal. Police are continuing their investigation into the matter.