Schoolboy Narrowly Escapes After Cab Runs Over Him; CCTV Video Sparks Safety Concerns
Schoolboy Narrowly Escapes After Cab Runs Over Him; CCTV Video Sparks Safety Concerns
A schoolboy in Greater Noida had a miraculous escape after he slipped and was run over by a cab near the gate of Ajnara Homes Society in the Bisrakh police station area. The incident, which occurred on November 19, was captured on CCTV and has gone viral across social media platforms, prompting widespread criticism and calls for stronger safety measures.
CCTV Footage Reveals Close Call
The video shows the child running toward the society gate with his sister when he suddenly slipped and fell in the path of an approaching cab. The vehicle’s front wheel passed over him, but the boy escaped without major injuries. His sister, walking slightly ahead, immediately stopped the cab, and the driver got down to assist. Concerned residents rushed to the spot.
Netizens Slam Driver for Negligence
The viral video has triggered a wave of online criticism, with many users blaming the driver for inattentiveness. Comments ranged from concerns over drivers being distracted by mobile phones to frustration over increasing carelessness on the roads.
The incident has renewed discussions around child safety, internal traffic rules in housing societies, and the growing need for awareness among drivers and parents alike.
ग्रेटर नोएडा वेस्ट में लापरवाह कैब ड्राइवर की ड्राइविंग से दर्दनाक हादसा, अजनारा होम्स सोसाइटी में दौड़ रहे एक छात्र को अचानक ठोकर लगी और वह सड़क पर गिर गया, पीछे से तेज़ी से आ रही कैब ने छात्र को कुचल दिया, छात्र की हालत गंभीर बताई जा रही है। @noidapolice @DCPCentralNoida… pic.twitter.com/HB4AEL36BI
— Now Noida (@NowNoida) November 22, 2025
No Police Complaint Filed Yet
Despite the gravity of the incident, the family has not lodged a formal police complaint. Authorities have stated that an investigation will begin once a report is officially registered.
Residents Demand Safety Measures
Residents of Ajnara Homes Society have urged authorities to install speed breakers, implement stricter traffic monitoring inside residential complexes, and advise parents to ensure younger children are escorted safely.
