Photographer Dies After Reckless Rider Slams Into His Scooter on Mangaluru Highway
A veteran photographer lost his life because someone else couldn't slow down.
A 64-year-old photographer from Naguri has died after being critically injured in a road accident on National Highway 66 near Nanthoor Thraiththotta in Mangaluru. Mohan Chandra, owner of the well-known Navya Studio in Padavinangady, passed away on Monday morning after fighting for his life for two days.
The accident happened late Saturday night, around 8:30 PM. According to reports, 27-year-old Gopal Krishna, a resident of Dharmasthala, was speeding on his motorcycle and attempting to overtake when he crashed into Mohan Chandra’s scooter, which was moving along the side of the road.
The impact caused the motorcyclist to lose control and collide with a tipper lorry. He died on the spot. Mohan Chandra was thrown off his scooter and suffered severe head injuries. A local tempo driver rushed him to a private hospital in Kankanady, where he remained in critical condition before succumbing to his injuries two days later.
The entire sequence of events was captured on a dashcam mounted in a nearby vehicle, leaving little doubt about how the tragedy unfolded.
What makes this loss even more painful is the timing. Mohan Chandra’s eldest daughter was set to get married on May 10, just weeks away. A household full of wedding preparations and celebrations has now been left in grief.
He was a lifetime member of the South Canara Photographers Association and was known for his active participation in community activities. Several organizations have expressed deep sorrow over his passing. He is survived by his wife and two daughters.