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Class 3 student killed after being struck by reversing school van in UP
A Class 3 student was fatally crushed by a reversing school van in Uttar Pradesh's Naini area. Angry residents reportedly assaulted the driver before handing him over to police.
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A student from Class 3 died after being struck by a school van that was reversing in Naini, Uttar Pradesh, on Monday. The incident sparked immediate outrage among residents in the area, who reportedly attacked the driver before he was handed over to local police.
Authorities investigating the incident found that the van was reportedly operating without a helper on duty—a mandatory requirement for school transport vehicles in the state. The helper's presence is crucial for ensuring passenger safety and monitoring areas around the vehicle during transit and parking.
Police have registered a case and launched an inquiry into the circumstances surrounding the accident. School transport safety protocols, including the mandatory presence of qualified helpers and proper reversing procedures, are being examined as part of the investigation.
The incident has renewed concerns about school van safety standards and adherence to transportation regulations across Uttar Pradesh. Education and transport officials have been asked to review compliance measures across educational institutions in the region.