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Residents held a candlelight march protesting civic negligence. They blamed the Chandapura municipal council for a fatal accident. Medha Akarsh, a central government employee, died after falling from a two-wheeler. Protesters demanded accountability from civic authorities for the preventable tragedy. The municipal council promised an urgent meeting with officials and contractors.
A woman died after falling from a two-wheeler onto a damaged road. She was then run over by an oncoming mini goods vehicle. The accident occurred when the two-wheeler skidded after the car ahead braked suddenly. Residents blamed the poor road condition and civic neglect for the tragic incident. Police are reviewing CCTV footage to identify the fleeing vehicle and its driver.
Medha worked at a provident fund office in Bengaluru
The tragic accident involving Medha Akarsh underscores the ongoing road infrastructure challenges in Bengaluru. Despite ongoing attempts to repair the extensive pothole issue, the roads are frequently excavated for utility repairs, leading to further damage. This troubling cycle poses daily risks to commuters, emphasizing the urgent need for better coordination and accountability in road maintenance and safety measures.
Woman dies after bike skids while avoiding car, gets run over by goods vehicle
Following Medha Prithviraj’s death, residents have been demanding better roads in Electronics City Phase 1. While most roads in the area are narrow and pothole-filled, several other stretches have been dug up for civic works.
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Police registered a case at the Bhimarayanagudi police station, under section 106(1) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita