Tragic Collision: Speeding Car Leaves One Dead in Delhi

A fatal accident in Delhi's Model Town involved a speeding car ramming an e-rickshaw, resulting in one death and several injuries. The driver, Dr. Sidharth, who is now in custody, drove the injured to the hospital. Investigation continues as demands for justice rise.


Devdiscourse News Desk | New Delhi | Updated: 25-04-2026 01:08 IST | Created: 25-04-2026 01:08 IST
Tragic Collision: Speeding Car Leaves One Dead in Delhi
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A fatal accident occurred in northwest Delhi's Model Town area on Friday evening when a speeding car collided with an e-rickshaw, leading to the death of one person and injuries to five others, police reports confirm.

The incident happened near Ring Road's Vinayak Hospital. Upon a PCR call about the collision, local law enforcement arrived prompt to begin their investigation. Preliminary evidence suggests the collision overturned the e-rickshaw, causing significant harm to its driver and passengers.

With injuries severe, the car driver, identified as Dr. Sidharth, transported the victims to Vinayak Hospital. Tragically, the e-rickshaw driver, Nagender Chaurasia, succumbed to his injuries. The police have detained the car driver and seized the vehicle; investigations are ongoing to determine possible intoxication. Meanwhile, grieving family members call for stringent legal response against Dr. Sidharth, citing negligence.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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