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Tragic Crane Accident Claims Life of College Student in Ahmedabad
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Core Event
On a Tuesday morning in the Gota area of Ahmedabad, 19-year-old Prerna Ninama — a first-year BSc Biotechnology student at Silver Oak University — was walking toward her college when a pick-and-carry hydraulic crane struck her from behind and ran over her. CCTV footage shows the crane hitting her on the left side of the road and coming to a halt a short distance ahead. The driver abandoned the vehicle and fled the scene. Paramedics declared her dead at the spot.
Police Investigation
Police officials launched an investigation after the video surfaced. Division police inspector A B Mori identified the driver as Arunkumar Nishad, a 26-year-old licensed crane operator with six years of experience in Gujarat. The crane bore registration number GJ-01-RQ-2685. Investigators have detained Nishad, arrested him, and filed a case under the Indian Penal Code provisions for causing death by negligence, act endangering life or personal safety, and rash driving. Authorities are also gathering details about the crane’s ownership and its intended destination at the time of the crash.
Road-Safety Concerns
Local residents have alleged that the stretch of SG Highway where the accident occurred lacks a proper footpath, forcing pedestrians to walk alongside moving traffic. They have questioned whether the absence of pedestrian infrastructure contributed to the fatality and have raised concerns about the civic body’s responsibility for road safety in the area.
Data Summary
- Victim: Prerna Ninama (also reported as Prerna Neenama and Prerna Ninami), 19 years old, first-year BSc Biotechnology student.
- Driver: Arunkumar Nishad (also reported as Arun Nishad), 26, licensed crane operator.
- Vehicle: Pick-up crane, registration GJ-01-RQ-2685.
- Time of incident: around 11:30 am, approximately 200 metres from the university campus.
What’s Next
The police continue to examine CCTV footage and other evidence while the case proceeds through the legal system. Further details about additional charges, potential civil liability, and any corrective measures for pedestrian infrastructure are awaited.