Elderly Pedestrian Dies After Bus Crash in Tanahun’s Gunadi on Prithvi Highway

An elderly pedestrian died after being hit by a bus along the Prithvi Highway in Tanahun, adding another tragic road safety incident to one of Nepal’s busiest transport corridors. The victim, identified as Sammar Bahadur Ranabhat, 69, was struck in Gunadi, Myagde Rural Municipality-1, while the bus was traveling from Pokhara to Kathmandu.

According to the reports, Ranabhat sustained serious injuries and died while receiving treatment at the Provincial Hospital. Police have begun an investigation into the accident involving the bus with registration number Ba 1 Pa 927.

What happened in Gunadi

The incident took place on the Prithvi Highway, a major route that links central Nepal with the country’s western region. The bus was reportedly moving toward Kathmandu when it struck Ranabhat in the Gunadi area of Tanahun.

Local authorities confirmed that the pedestrian was taken for medical treatment after the collision, but he could not survive his injuries. Police are now examining the circumstances of the crash and the role of the vehicle involved.

Why this matters

Road accidents on major highways in Nepal continue to raise concerns about pedestrian safety, vehicle speed, and roadside conditions. The Prithvi Highway, in particular, is one of the country’s most heavily used and most accident-prone stretches of road.

This latest fatal crash underscores the risks faced by pedestrians near fast-moving traffic, especially in areas where highway crossings and shoulder space can be limited.

Investigation underway

Police have not yet released further details about the cause of the accident. The inquiry is expected to focus on how the collision occurred, whether traffic rules were followed, and whether road or visibility conditions played a role.

For now, the case remains a sobering reminder of how quickly a routine highway journey can turn deadly in a split second.