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Accident – Death – Obituary News : Road Accident Claims Life of South Sudanese Student in India | Representative Image
In a tragic incident on Wednesday night, a young civil engineering student from South Sudan, Majok Gabriel Piok, lost his life in a road accident near Rajkot, India. The 21-year-old had recently enrolled at Marwadi University in 2022 and was riding his scooter towards the university when a truck collided with him from behind around 9.15 pm near Ratanpar village.
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The collision had a devastating impact, leaving Piok with severe injuries. Despite being rushed to Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay Government Hospital, the doctors pronounced him dead. This unfortunate incident has sent shockwaves through the university and the community of approximately 1,600 international students from 52 countries.
The truck driver involved in the accident, identified as Dinesh Singh Pratap Singh, surrendered to the police. He now faces charges under sections of the Indian Penal Code related to causing death by negligence, rash driving, and endangering life. Authorities are currently conducting an investigation, although no foul play is suspected at this time.
The untimely demise of Majok Gabriel Piok has created a somber atmosphere at Marwadi University. Despite not residing in the university hostel, he was an esteemed member of the campus community. This tragic incident has left everyone grieving the loss of a promising young student.
Marwadi University, in collaboration with the Indian Customs department and the South Sudan ambassador to India, is actively involved in assisting Piok’s family in repatriating his remains. The university is committed to providing all necessary support during this difficult time.
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This unfortunate event serves as a poignant reminder of the fragility of life and highlights the critical importance of road safety. It is crucial for everyone to prioritize safety measures while traveling on roads to prevent such tragic incidents from happening in the future.
The entire Marwadi University community mourns the loss of Majok Gabriel Piok, and their thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends during this distressing time. May his soul rest in peace.
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