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Mother killed, father critical as reckless govt bus hits scooter in Jadavpur

  • Government S31 bus collided with a scooter near Jadavpur 8B, killing a mother and injuring her husband
  • Eyewitnesses reported the bus exited the stand at high speed, hitting the family traveling to Dhakuria
  • Police seized the bus, launched an investigation, and are reviewing CCTV footage to determine the cause

21 Jan 2025

Mother killed, father critical as reckless govt bus hits scooter in Jadavpur

A fatal accident occurred early this morning near Jadavpur 8B bus stand when a government S31 bus collided with a scooter, killing Debashree Naskar Mondal (34) on the spot. Her husband, Tapas Mondal (37), sustained critical injuries, while their 4-year-old daughter, Ankita Mondal, escaped unhurt. The family, residents of Santoshpur, was traveling to Dhakuria to drop Ankita at Dhakuria Binodini Girls’ School.

Eyewitnesses stated that the S31 bus exited the Jadavpur 8B stand at high speed and cut in front of the scooter. Tapas, who was riding the scooter, failed to avoid the collision. Debashree, seated as a pillion rider, was thrown off and crushed under the bus’s wheels. She was rushed to Bagha Jatin Hospital, where she was declared dead on arrival. Tapas was taken to Arvind Seva Kendra Hospital in critical condition by local residents.

The police have seized the bus involved in the accident and cordoned off the site. Fragments of a broken helmet, parts of the scooter, and other debris were recovered from the area. The driver’s details and circumstances leading to the speeding are under investigation. Officials are reviewing CCTV footage and questioning witnesses to gather more information.

Tapas Mondal is undergoing treatment, and his condition is critical. Ankita is unharmed and has been handed over to family members. Police have not yet disclosed whether any arrests have been made or charges filed. Investigations are ongoing to establish the exact sequence of events and identify any negligence.

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