Tragic Drowning Claims Young Software Engineer in Noida
A 27-year-old software engineer named Yuvraj Mehta drowned in a horrific accident in Noida. His car plunged into a water-filled ditch late at night. The incident has sparked outrage and legal action.
Car Crashes Through Drain Boundary Wall
Mehta was driving a Grand Vitara around midnight. He lost control during a turn. The vehicle broke through the boundary wall of a roadside drain. It fell into the flooded basement below.
Police say poor visibility due to fog played a role. Speeding may have also been a factor. The drain was reportedly six to seven feet wide. This created a deadly trap for the young driver.
Builders Face Legal Action for Negligence
An FIR has been registered against two builders who own the plot. The complaint came from Mehta's father. Police charged the builders under sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita.
The charges include culpable homicide and causing death by negligence. Authorities allege the builders failed to ensure proper safety measures. This negligence contributed directly to the tragic outcome.
Rescue Efforts Draw Criticism and Heartbreak
Friends and family members have raised serious concerns about the rescue operation. They claim response teams arrived too slowly. The delay may have cost Mehta his life.
Police called in multiple agencies around midnight. These included the National Disaster Response Force, state disaster response force, and fire department. Teams recovered the body after hours of searching.
Chilling Final Pleas for Help
Eyewitnesses describe a harrowing scene. Mehta reportedly pleaded for help for nearly two hours. He called his father immediately after the accident.
"My son himself called me while he was trapped," said Raj Kumar Mehta, the victim's father. "He said, 'Papa, I am stuck, the car has fallen into the drain.'"
A delivery agent named Moninder witnessed the entire ordeal. He entered the drain trying to help. Moninder claims over 100 people gathered but no one acted decisively.
Allegations of Failed Rescue Response
Moninder specifically criticized the fire department's response. He noted they arrived with proper equipment within 15-20 minutes. Yet they failed to rescue Mehta while he was still alive.
"The man was alive when the fire department was here," Moninder stated. "They could have saved him 100%. They were well-equipped."
Friends say rescue teams did not enter the water promptly. The victim's father mentioned police lacked swimmers who could navigate the deep water. This hampered any chance of a timely rescue.
Community Demands Accountability
The tragic incident has highlighted multiple failures. Poor infrastructure maintenance by builders appears central. Inadequate emergency response protocols also played a part.
Authorities continue their investigation. They will examine all factors leading to this preventable death. The case serves as a grim reminder about road safety during foggy conditions.
Yuvraj Mehta's family mourns their devastating loss. They seek justice and systemic changes to prevent similar tragedies. Noida residents now question the safety of local infrastructure and emergency services.
