A tragic accident on a national highway in Guna has claimed the life of a young child. A four-year-old girl died instantly when a nilgai, or blue bull, leaped onto her family's moving car. The animal crashed through the windshield and struck the child.
Details of the Fatal Incident
The accident occurred late on Wednesday evening. It happened near the Do Khamba stretch of the National Highway bypass. The time was around 6:45 PM.
Sonu Jat, a resident of Guna, was driving the car. He was traveling with his family from Guna towards Magarda village. The family intended to celebrate Makar Sankranti together.
Sudden Wildlife Encounter
According to preliminary police information, two nilgai suddenly ran onto the road. The animals appeared as the car approached the spot. One of the nilgai jumped directly onto the moving vehicle.
The force of the impact was tremendous. The nilgai broke through the front windshield of the car. It landed inside the vehicle's cabin.
Impact on the Family
The four-year-old girl, identified as Tanya, was sitting on her mother's lap in the front seat. The nilgai's legs struck Tanya's head during the collision. The impact proved so severe that the child died on the spot.
Both parents sustained injuries in the accident. They were rushed to a nearby hospital for immediate medical treatment. Doctors stated their condition was stable following initial care.
Aftermath and Rescue
Following the horrific incident, forest department officials arrived at the scene. They rescued the injured nilgai from the car. The animal was shifted for veterinary treatment.
Local police are investigating the exact circumstances of the accident. They are examining the vehicle and the road conditions. The community has expressed shock over this rare but deadly wildlife encounter.
