Bhubaneswar: Health Minister Mukesh Mahaling had a close shave when his vehicle met with an accident at Jagmohan square on NH-49 under Telkoi police station in Keonjhar district.
The minister was heading to Mayurbhanj to take stock of preparations for the President and Prime Minister’s visit. According to reports, the vehicle in which the minister was travelling hit his escort pilot van running in front.
The front portion of the minister’s vehicle was partially damaged in the mishap.The minister escaped unhurt and is safe. His driver and PSO also escaped without injuries.
After the accident, the minister proceeded to his destination in another vehicle.
