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7-Year-Old Boy Dies in Vadodara Bus Accident

Tragedy strikes in Vadodara, boy trapped in bus door dies. Incident occurred on Wednesday evening.

Mumbai Alert · World Desk
Mumbai Alert · World Desk
World Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Thu, 20 August 2026 at 09:50 pm
7-Year-Old Boy Dies in Vadodara Bus Accident

A tragic incident occurred in Vadodara, Gujarat, on Wednesday evening, resulting in the death of a 7-year-old boy.

The boy, identified as Divyesh Rathwa, was playing near a garage in the Kapurai police station limits when he attempted to enter a parked bus.

The hydraulic door of the bus suddenly closed, trapping his neck, according to Deputy Commissioner of Police Abhishek Gupta.

Two men present in the garage pushed the door open to rescue the boy, but he lost consciousness and collapsed.

CCTV footage captured the incident, showing the child's desperate struggle to free himself.

The boy was declared dead at the hospital, and an accidental death report has been filed.

The police are conducting further investigations into the incident.

The boy lived with his labourer parents behind the garage where the incident occurred.

The incident has raised concerns about the safety of children in public areas and the need for proper supervision.

The police are working to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident and to prevent such tragedies from occurring in the future.

The community is in shock following the incident, and the boy's family is receiving support and condolences.

The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of ensuring the safety and well-being of children in all environments.

Frequently asked questions

What happened to the 7-year-old boy in Vadodara?

The boy died after getting trapped in the hydraulic door of a stationary bus.

Where did the incident occur?

The incident occurred in a garage in the Kapurai police station limits in Vadodara, Gujarat.

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