Source: The Sangai Express
Imphal, September 13, 2009:
A staffer of ISTV succumbed to injuries at Shija Hospital at around 10.30 am today, where he was rushed after being hit by a Mini truck (407) at Kanglapat - BT road crossing.
The staffer, identified as Ringmi Rungsung s/o Thomas Rungsung, was on his way home (Dewlahland) after night duty on his Bajaj Avenger motorcycle when the mishap took place.
According to a police report, the registration number of the vehicle (Tata 407) involved in the accident is MN01/4192. Initially Ringmi, who was from Tolloi in Ukhrul district, was taken to RIMS Hospital from where he was shifted to Shija Hospital as his condition deteriorated.
Meanwhile, a statement issued by general secretary of ISTV Network said as a mark of respect of the departed soul, the cable television network will not broadcast any entertainment programme and the three ISTV channels tomorrow.