A tragic road accident claimed the life of a 14-year-old student in Kolkata on Friday morning, sparking outrage among local residents. The young victim was cycling to school when a speeding private bus hit him in the Kashipur area.
Details of the Tragic Incident
The fatal accident occurred around 10:45 am at CIT More on BT Road when a private bus, moving at high speed, lost control and crashed into the boy's bicycle. The impact was so severe that it threw the young student onto the road, where he was tragically crushed under the bus's front left wheel.
The victim has been identified as Aranya Chakraborty, a Class 9 student of Kashipur Kendriya Vidyalaya and a resident of Baranagar. Eyewitnesses and police confirmed the sequence of events that led to this heartbreaking loss of a young life.
Immediate Aftermath and Community Response
Local residents immediately rushed to the scene to help the injured student. They quickly transported him to a nearby nursing home in hopes of saving his life. However, doctors declared him dead on arrival, confirming the worst fears of those who had witnessed the horrific accident.
The incident triggered significant tension and anger among area residents, who have long expressed concerns about road safety and speeding vehicles in their neighborhood. The tragic death of such a young student has highlighted the ongoing issues with traffic management and vehicle regulation in the city.
Official Response and Investigation
Police authorities have launched a comprehensive investigation into the accident. Law enforcement officials are examining all aspects of the case, including the speed of the bus, the driver's credentials, and whether any traffic rules were violated.
This incident has once again brought attention to the critical need for improved road safety measures, especially in areas frequented by school children. The community awaits justice for Aranya and hopes this tragedy will lead to concrete actions to prevent similar incidents in the future.
