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Delhi girl, 6, killed in hit-and-run; grandmother says ‘begged driver’ for help

Hindustan Times India·20 February 2026·4d ago1 min read0 views
Delhi girl, 6, killed in hit-and-run; grandmother says ‘begged driver’ for help

A tragic incident occurred in Delhi when a six-year-old girl was killed in a hit-and-run accident involving an e-rickshaw. The child's maternal grandmother recounted that the e-rickshaw was traveling slowly when it was suddenly struck by a speeding car, causing all three passengers to fall. Eyewitness accounts suggest that the driver of the car fled the scene immediately after the collision. The family is now grappling with the devastating loss, as they seek justice for the young girl. This incident highlights ongoing concerns about road safety in Delhi, where accidents involving pedestrians and vehicles are alarmingly common. Authorities are now under pressure to enhance enforcement measures and improve overall traffic conditions to prevent such tragedies in the future. The girl's death has sparked outrage among local residents, who are calling for stricter penalties for reckless driving and better protections for vulnerable road users.

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