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10-year-old student in Madhya Pradesh killed after falling from school van
✍️ indiatoday.in
🗓 10 Sep 2026, 09:33 AM
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A ten‑year‑old pupil in Madhya Pradesh died after falling from a moving school van and being run over by the vehicle's wheel.
A ten‑year‑old student in Madhya Pradesh died after a tragic accident involving a school van. The child fell from the moving vehicle and was subsequently run over by its wheel.
According to reports, the van was travelling on a state road when the child lost balance and slipped out. Emergency services arrived promptly, but the victim could not be revived.
Local police have opened an inquiry to determine the circumstances, including whether safety protocols were followed by the transport provider. The incident has raised concerns about child safety on school transport across the state.
Parents of other students have been urged to remain vigilant, and school authorities said they would review their transport policies.
According to reports, the van was travelling on a state road when the child lost balance and slipped out. Emergency services arrived promptly, but the victim could not be revived.
Local police have opened an inquiry to determine the circumstances, including whether safety protocols were followed by the transport provider. The incident has raised concerns about child safety on school transport across the state.
Parents of other students have been urged to remain vigilant, and school authorities said they would review their transport policies.