A 45-year-old school bus driver tragically ended his life on Saturday afternoon by jumping in front of a moving train in Lucknow's Banthra area, sending shockwaves through the local community.
The Final Morning Routine
Ram Prakash, who worked as a bus driver for a private public school, began his day like any other. He left his home around 6 am to perform his morning duties. The dedicated driver completed his responsibility of picking up children and safely transporting them to school before informing school staff around 10 am that he was heading home for lunch.
However, the journey home took a devastating turn when Prakash never reached his destination. His family grew increasingly concerned as time passed without any sign of his return.
The Tragic Incident Unfolds
Around 12:15 pm, railway authorities contacted local police with distressing news. A man had jumped before a train between Harouni railway station and the Sai river, near the Bargadia Baba temple on the Lucknow-Kanpur down line.
The driver of the 12004 Down Swarna Shatabdi Express reported witnessing the man deliberately jump in front of the moving train. Police quickly responded to the scene and identified the deceased as Ram Prakash.
The location of the incident holds particular significance as it occurred near a religious site, adding to the community's distress.
Aftermath and Investigation
Authorities sent the body for postmortem examination as part of standard procedure following such incidents. Police officers confirmed that the motive behind the extreme step remains unclear, with no immediate explanation for what drove the 45-year-old to take his own life.
Ram Prakash leaves behind a grieving family including his wife, two sons, and two daughters. The sudden loss has left the family and local community searching for answers while dealing with their profound grief.
Investigators continue to piece together the final hours of Prakash's life, speaking with family members, school staff, and colleagues to understand what might have led to this tragic outcome. The case highlights the growing concern around mental health issues affecting individuals across various professions.
