The vehicle was en route to Hoparigad from Hopari in Naugad rural municipality when the incident occurred.
According to the District Police Office, Darchula, four of the injured are in critical condition.
The severely injured have been identified as Parbati Tamata (25), Mohan Thagunna (26), Apsara Mahata (18), and Umesh Thagunna (35).
All the injured have been taken to Gokuleshwor for treatment.
Police Inspector and Information Officer Chhatra Bahadur Rawat said that the accident occurred due to a sudden brake failure. Further investigation is underway. (RSS)
