Gilgit, April 9 -- A tragic traffic accident in the Bagardo area of Pakistan-occupied Gilgit-Baltistan (PoGB) has once again spotlighted the region's worsening road safety issues, as reported by Pamir Times.

A government vehicle fatally struck a woman in the locality, prompting her grieving family to take drastic measures by placing her body on the Baltistan Highway in protest. They blocked the busy highway, demanding justice and urgent action to prevent further loss of life, Pamir Times cited.

The incident, which occurred in Bagardo, has highlighted the growing concern among local residents, who have witnessed a troubling increase in fatal accidents over recent years. According to locals, at least six people, including two students, ha...