Hyderabad Police Officer Dies in Tragic Accident During Ganesh Visarjan

Hyderabad, September 24 (Daily Kiran) : A police sub-inspector tragically lost his life during Ganesh Visarjan celebrations in Hyderabad. The officer, identified as K. Venkanna, was struck by an unidentified vehicle while on duty. He succumbed to his injuries after being treated at a local hospital.

The incident occurred on the evening of September 24, near Hussain Sagar Lake along NTR Marg. Venkanna was crossing the road with another officer when a speeding two-wheeler hit him, causing severe injuries to his head and body.

After the accident, Venkanna managed to file a complaint at the Saifabad police station before contacting a friend and heading back to his village in Warangal district. However, his condition deteriorated by midday, necessitating immediate transport to MGM Hospital in Warangal. Medical professionals later confirmed he had suffered a blood clot in his brain, leading to his death that evening.

Venkanna was stationed at the Kothagudem-2 Town Police Station in Bhadradri Kothagudem district and had been assigned to duty in Hyderabad for the Ganesh Visarjan festivities. He was overseeing the immersion process at NTR Marg during the night shift.

The accident also resulted in injuries to an assistant police officer, who fell during the incident. The motorcyclist fled the scene immediately. CCTV footage captured the moment of the collision, and a case has been registered at Saifabad police station. Authorities have launched an investigation to locate the motorcycle rider.

Senior police officials have expressed deep sorrow over the loss of their colleague and extended heartfelt condolences to Venkanna’s family.