Indian Student in US Dies After Failing to Stop at Sign, Collides with Truck
A 28-year-old Indian student in US from Hyderabad, Mohammed Wajid, lost his life in a fatal road accident in Plymouth County, Massachusetts. The unfortunate incident occurred when he reportedly failed to stop at a designated sign at an intersection, leading to a devastating collision with a grain-hauling truck.
#VerySadNews #GoneTooSoon
Today is a sad day for me and our entire Congress family. We’ve lost a dear friend and colleague, Mohammed Wajid, in a tragic accident in Chicago, USA.Wajid was an active leader of the Youth Congress in Khairatabad Division and a member of the NRI… pic.twitter.com/AA1uWEafmA
— Mohammed shahabuddin (@mshahab31) January 29, 2025
Fatal Collision in Massachusetts
According to reports from the Iowa State Patrol, the crash took place at 12:42 AM on January 28. Mr. Wajid, who was driving a semi-truck, failed to halt at a stop sign and subsequently crashed into the rear of a truck carrying grain. The impact was so severe that the truck split in half, resulting in a fire that spread to nearby fields.
Emergency responders rushed to the scene, but despite immediate medical attention, Mr. Wajid was declared dead upon arrival at the hospital. The driver of the grain truck, identified as Timothy Wilkin, escaped the accident unscathed.
A Promising Life Cut Short
A native of the Khairatabad area in Hyderabad, Mohammed Wajid had pursued higher education in the United States and completed his master’s degree in Chicago. Apart from his academic endeavors, he was an active member of the NRI Minority Congress Committee in the USA and had previously been associated with the Youth Congress in Hyderabad.
News of his passing was shared by Telangana Congress Secretary Mohammed Shahabuddin on X (formerly Twitter), where he expressed deep sorrow over the loss of a dedicated and dynamic member of the party. Describing Wajid as a passionate leader, Mr. Shahabuddin stated that his contributions to the organization would always be remembered. He also posted a picture of Mr. Wajid alongside Telangana Chief Minister Revanth Reddy, paying tribute to his memory.
Indian Students in the US
This tragic accident is the latest in a series of unfortunate incidents involving Indian students studying abroad. Just last month, another Indian student, 26-year-old Naga Sri Vandana Parimala, lost her life in a road accident in the United States.
Ms. Parimala, a student at the University of Memphis, was traveling with two other students when their vehicle collided with another car after midnight in Memphis, Tennessee. While her two companions, Pavan and Nikith, sustained injuries, she succumbed to the impact. Originally from Andhra Pradesh’s Guntur district, she had moved to the US in 2022 to pursue her master’s degree.
Road Safety and Vigilance for International Students
The increasing number of road accidents involving international students has raised concerns over road safety awareness and traffic regulations. Experts emphasize the importance of adhering to traffic signals, speed limits, and ensuring compliance with driving laws, particularly for students who may be unfamiliar with the road conditions in foreign countries.
Authorities in India and abroad have consistently urged international students to exercise caution while driving, remain alert on highways, and familiarize themselves with local traffic rules to avoid such unfortunate incidents.
Condolences and Support
As the news of Mr. Wajid’s passing spreads, condolences have poured in from his friends, political colleagues, and the Indian community in the US. Many have called for greater road safety awareness and stricter adherence to traffic rules to prevent such tragedies in the future.
The loss of young lives in preventable accidents serves as a somber reminder of the need for caution, vigilance, and road safety measures, particularly among students navigating new environments.
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