October 19, 2024: In a devastating incident on Friday night, at least four Kanwariyas lost their lives and several others were injured when a vehicle ran over them in Banka district. The group of devotees was en route to the Jast Gaur Nath Mahadev temple after collecting Ganga Jal from Sultanganj.

Local police reported that the injured Kanwariyas have been rushed to a nearby hospital for treatment. Sub-Divisional Police Officer (SDPO) Bipin Bihari confirmed the fatalities, stating, "Some Kanwariyas were hit by a vehicle...4 people have died. There was some law & order situation initially but the situation is normal. Police are present at the spot."

In the wake of the tragedy, tensions escalated as angry villagers reacted by setting a police vehicle on fire, highlighting the community's distress and frustration over the incident.