Pothole Claims Another Life, 19-Year-Old Killed in Bhiwandi

A 19-year-old college student was tragically killed when a container truck ran him over after he fell from a two-wheeler on a pothole-riddled road in Bhiwandi, Maharashtra. The accident occurred on Thursday evening, October 16, 2025, in the Temghar area of Thane district, highlighting the deadly consequences of neglected road maintenance.

Raj Niranjan Singh, a promising BCom student and the only son of his family, was riding pillion with a friend when their two-wheeler hit a deep pothole on Kalyan Road, causing it to skid. Within moments, a speeding container truck crushed Singh, killing him instantly. His friend miraculously escaped with minor injuries but is deeply traumatized by the horrific event.

The Shantinagar police have registered a case against the truck driver for rash and negligent driving. Senior Inspector Vinayak Gaikwad stated, "We are investigating whether the driver's negligence or the deplorable road conditions caused this tragedy." Authorities are reviewing dashcam footage and maintenance records to determine accountability.

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Bhiwandi residents have long protested the hazardous state of Kalyan Road, worsened by monsoon rains. Local activist Anita Desai lamented, "These potholes are death traps. We've demanded repairs for months." State data indicates over 1,200 road deaths in Thane last year, with poor road conditions contributing to nearly 40% of cases.

Singh’s death has left his family and community devastated. Known as a cheerful student with dreams of joining his father’s business, his loss has prompted a planned candlelight vigil on Saturday, October 18, 2025, to honor him and demand safer roads. As India gears up for Diwali, this tragedy serves as a grim reminder of the urgent need to fix the nation’s crumbling infrastructure to prevent further loss of life.

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