Indore: Symbiosis student killed as water tanker hits motorcycle
A tragic collision involving a Municipal Corporation water tanker in Indore has claimed the life of a female Symbiosis University student.
A tragic road accident in Madhya Pradesh’s Indore has claimed the life of a young female college student. The incident occurred on Wednesday when a Municipal Corporation water tanker collided with a motorcycle carrying two students, resulting in a fatal impact.
The deceased has been identified as Arpita Jhar, a resident of Katni district and a student at Symbiosis University. Her companion, Devyash Tripathi, also a student at the same university, sustained injuries during the collision and is receiving medical attention.
The Fatal Collision on Chhota Bangarda Road
According to the police, the accident took place on the Chhota Bangarda Road, specifically near the Tejaji Temple area. The two students were traveling on a motorcycle when a heavy Municipal Corporation water tanker crossed their path.
Vedendra Singh Kushwah, the in-charge of the Aerodrome Police Station, detailed the harrowing sequence of events:
- The motorcycle came into contact with the rear tyre of the moving water tanker.
- The impact caused the female student to fall under the heavy vehicle.
- Emergency responders rushed Arpita Jhar to MY Hospital, where medical professionals tragically declared her dead upon arrival.
Police Action and Investigation
Following the accident, the Aerodrome Police moved quickly to secure the scene and initiate legal proceedings. The authorities have taken the following steps:
- Seizure of Vehicle: The Municipal Corporation water tanker involved in the crash has been seized by the police.
- Arrest Made: The driver of the tanker, identified as Sohanlal, has been arrested in connection with the accident.
- Verification Process: As Arpita Jhar was a resident of Katni living away from home, police are currently in the process of verifying her details and contacting her local guardians in Indore.
The police have confirmed that a further investigation into the circumstances of the accident is currently underway to determine the exact cause of the collision.