Youth Crushed to Death by Jal Nigam Vehicle in Ghaziabad
A tragic road accident in Ghaziabad claimed the life of a young man and left his friend seriously injured on Sunday evening. The incident, which has sparked significant public anger, involved a vehicle owned by the Jal Nigam department.
Details of the Fatal Collision
The accident occurred in the Shastri Nagar area of Kavi Nagar. Shivam Chaudhary, aged 25, a resident of Razapur village, was returning home from a nearby market with his 24-year-old friend, Rahul, on a motorcycle. Their bike was struck by the Jal Nigam vehicle, leading to the fatal collision.
Shivam Chaudhary succumbed to his injuries at the scene, while Rahul was rushed to the hospital for treatment. The police acted swiftly and arrested the accused driver, Manjeet Singh, within hours of the incident.
Public Outrage and Allegations of Murder
The event triggered immediate and intense public outrage. On Sunday night, more than 50 people, including local residents and family members of the deceased, gathered at the hospital. They staged a vehement protest, challenging the official narrative.
The protesters raised serious allegations, claiming that this was not merely a case of negligent driving but an act of murder. Their demonstration highlighted the deep-seated frustration over road safety and accountability of government vehicles in the region.
Aftermath and Ongoing Investigation
The Ghaziabad police have registered a case and the investigation is ongoing following the arrest of Manjeet Singh. The incident has cast a spotlight on the recurring issue of accidents involving utility and government department vehicles in urban areas.
This tragic event in Kavi Nagar has left a community in mourning and demanding justice, underscoring the urgent need for stricter enforcement of traffic regulations for all vehicles on public roads.
