Kottayam: A 21-year-old youth lost his life in a road accident that took place on the eve of his wedding on Wednesday.

The deceased has been identified as Jijomon Jinson, son of Kochupparayil Jinson and Nisha, from Vayala - Nellikunnu near Kadaplamattom. His friend, Ajith, also a native of Vayala, suffered serious injuries and has been admitted to Kottayam Medical College Hospital.

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The accident occurred around 10 pm on Wednesday along MC Road near Kalikavu. Jijomon and Ajith were returning from Kuravilangad on a motorcycle when a van coming from the opposite direction rammed into them. The impact threw both men off the bike.

Despite being rushed to the hospital, Jijomon could not be saved. The tragedy struck even as the youngster was set to tie the knot on Thursday. at Ilakkad Church. Jijomon is survived by his parents and two sisters, Diya and Jeena.

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