The driver of a car died on the spot in a tragic mishap in Assam's Dhemaji on Saturday after being hit by a speeding train.

The accident took place in the Jonai subdivision of the Dhemaji district of Assam. According to reports, an Alto car which drove onto the tracks was hit by a train.

The car was dragged for over 200 meters after being hit by Lachit Express, killing the driver inside on the spot.

The deceased was identified as Arup Sonowal, a resident of Medela Kachari village in the Jonai subdivision.