Archive · 8 Jun 2025
Kolkata Police Civic Volunteer Dies After E-Rickshaw Accident
Imagine a police helper named Nupur who worked near a big government building.
One afternoon, as she was walking home, an electric rickshaw hit her from behind.
She got hurt really badly and, even though they rushed her to the hospital, she didn't make it.
The person driving the rickshaw was caught.
This is a big problem because some people think these electric rickshaws drive too fast and aren't safe.
They're often the only way for people to get around in some areas, but some believe they're dangerous.
A Kolkata Police civic volunteer died after being hit by an e-rickshaw.
The accident occurred near Nabanna, the state secretariat, on Saturday afternoon.
The victim, Nupur Chattopadhayay, was 52 years old and was hit from behind.
The e-rickshaw driver was arrested following the incident.
Concerns were raised about the dangers posed by unregulated e-rickshaws.
- Who
- Nupur Chattopadhayay, a 52-year-old civic volunteer with Kolkata Police.
- What
- A Kolkata Police civic volunteer died after being hit by an e-rickshaw.
- When
- Saturday afternoon, around 2pm
- Where
- Near Nabanna, the state secretariat in West Bengal.
- Why
- The e-rickshaw driver hit the civic volunteer from behind.
Victims and Concerned Residents
E-rickshaw Drivers
Safety Concerns
Victims and Concerned Residents
E-rickshaws are dangerous and pose a threat to pedestrians due to unregulated driving.
E-rickshaw Drivers
E-rickshaws provide essential last-mile connectivity in areas like Howrah and surrounding areas.
- Victim's Age
- 52
- Civic Volunteer Recruitment Year
- 2018
- Location of Accident
- Nabanna, West Bengal
- Cause of Death
- E-rickshaw
- E-rickshaw Driver Status
- Arrested
