Agartala, October 17, 2026: A tragic road accident in front of Ambassa Police Station on the night of Thursday last claimed the life of Sagar Deb, a well-known cricketer from Dolubari, while Sub-Inspector Sushanta Mallik sustained serious injuries in the incident.
According to reports, the accident occurred around midnight when a motorcycle travelling from Kulai towards Ambassa collided with a lorry coming from the opposite direction near Ambassa Police Station. Sagar Deb, who was riding the motorcycle, reportedly died on the spot after sustaining critical injuries.
Sub-Inspector Sushanta Mallik of Ambassa Police Station, who was also travelling on the motorcycle, suffered serious injuries. He was subsequently taken to ILS Hospital in Agartala, where he is undergoing treatment.
The sudden death of Sagar Deb has cast a pall of gloom over Dolubari and the entire Ambassa subdivision. A familiar face in the local cricketing community, he was widely admired for his passion for the game and his cheerful personality. He was also an active member of Dolubari Yuba Samaj Club and maintained close ties with local sports enthusiasts.
News of his untimely demise has left friends, fellow cricketers and members of the local community in deep mourning. His death is being felt as a major loss by the cricketing fraternity, where he had earned recognition through his involvement in the sport and his friendly nature.
During his final journey, members of the Ambassa Cricket Association and Dolubari Yuba Samaj Club gathered to pay their last respects. Friends and well-wishers bid an emotional farewell to the young cricketer, remembering his contribution to the local sporting community and the warmth he brought to those around him.
Sagar Deb’s untimely death has left his family, friends and fellow players devastated, while the serious injury to the police officer has added to the concern surrounding the tragic incident.