Woman killed by speeding car near Inorbit Mall in Madhapur, police register case
A 26-year-old woman was killed on Monday night after a speeding car struck her while she was crossing the road near Inorbit Mall in Madhapur, police said. The incident has once again highlighted the dangers pedestrians face on the busy IT corridor.
Incident Details
The victim, identified as Bharathi Mukhi (26), was returning from lunch with her colleague Pooja Ashok (26) when the accident occurred. The two had gone to the vicinity of ITC Kohinoor around 3 p.m. to pick up food and were walking back towards Inorbit Mall. As Bharathi crossed the road in front of the mall, a car allegedly driven at high speed and in a negligent manner by a person named Sanjush hit her. The impact caused severe head injuries.
Victim and Colleague
According to police, Bharathi Mukhi and Pooja Ashok were colleagues. After the collision, Bharathi was immediately taken to a hospital in the same vehicle. However, doctors who examined her declared that she had already died from her injuries. Pooja Ashok, who was with her at the time, is understood to have provided a statement to the police.
Police Investigation
Madhapur police have registered a case based on a complaint filed by the victim’s colleague or family. The driver, Sanjush, has been identified, though his current status – whether he has been arrested or summoned – was not specified in the initial report. Police are investigating the sequence of events and have recorded statements from witnesses.
Safety Concerns
The accident occurred near Inorbit Mall, a busy area in Madhapur that sees heavy foot traffic, especially during lunch hours. The stretch is part of the IT corridor frequented by office workers and pedestrians. Locals have repeatedly flagged the lack of safe pedestrian crossings and the tendency of vehicles to speed along this road. This incident underscores the urgent need for better traffic enforcement and pedestrian infrastructure in the area.
| Key details | |
|---|---|
| Victim | Bharathi Mukhi, 26, software professional (presumed) |
| Location | Near Inorbit Mall, Madhapur |
| Accused driver | Sanjush |
| Case status | Registered by Madhapur police, investigation ongoing |