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The auto driver, Poornesh, and a passenger, Noorsahib, sustained injuries in the accident. The incident occurred when a car traveling from Kerala towards Udupi collided with the rickshaw that was moving from Kaup Market towards Polipu.
Both vehicles were severely damaged in the crash. The injured were immediately rushed to a private hospital in Udupi. The accident also led to heavy traffic congestion on the highway.
Kaup police visited the spot and are investigating the cause of the accident.