Chhindwara (Madhya Pradesh): A 32-year-old drunk man lost his life after falling from a moving bike in Chhindwara on Thursday. He took a lift while on his way to work.

The accident occurred on Thursday afternoon in the Bichhua police station area of Chhindwara.

The man, who was reportedly under the influence of alcohol, fell from a moving bike while on his way to work.

According to information, the deceased has been identified as Arjun Uikey, son of Mohan Uikey, a resident of Datla.

According to the police, Arjun was heading to Ubhegaon for work and asked for a lift from Durga Prasad Wankhede, a resident of Neelkanthi. Durga Prasad agreed and took Arjun on his bike.

However, near Babatola, Arjun suddenly lost balance and fell off, suffering severe injuries to his head and body.

Locals rushed Arjun to Bichhua Hospital, where he was given first aid before being referred to the district hospital.

He was transported in a 108 ambulance, but doctors declared him dead upon arrival.

Chand police station in-charge Mahendra Bhagat stated that a case has been registered.

After completing formalities, including the post-mortem, the body was handed over to the family.

Police have started an investigation, and legal action will be taken against bike rider Durga Prasad Wankhede.