Two Indian nationals died in an auto accident at Chandrapur-5 in Rautahat on Monday.

Police said that the incident occurred when the tanker (Pradesh 2-03-001 Kha 1927) heading towards Sarlahi from Amlekhgunj hit the auto (Ja 1 Ha 4485) en route to Chandranigahapur from Nunthur last night.

The deceased have been identified as Pinku Singh (35) and Abadesh Jha (22) of Dumari, Sitamadi District, India, the Area Police Office, Chandranigahapur said.

The duo had gone to Nunthar in Chandranigahapur-1 to celebrate the English New Year.

According to police, four persons were injured in the incident. They are undergoing treatment at the Chandrapur Hospital.

Police said that they have arrested tanker driver Prabin Sah (26) of Gangapipara, Durga Bhagwati Rural Municipality-6, Rautahat for investigation.