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Indian MBBS Student Dies in Freak Bike Accident in Vietnam

A 21-year-old Indian MBBS student, Arshid Ashrith from Telangana, tragically died after losing control of his speeding bike in Can Tho, Vietnam. The accident, captured on CCTV, showed the severe impact as Arshid and his friend were thrown into the air. Local officials are assisting with repatriating his body to India.

Indian MBBS Student Dies in Freak Bike Accident in Vietnam

Indian MBBS Student Fatally Injured in Vietnam Bike Accident

A tragic accident claimed the life of a 21-year-old Indian medical student in Can Tho city, Vietnam. Arshid Ashrith, a third-year MBBS student from Telangana’s Kumuram Bheem Asifabad district, lost control of his bike while speeding and crashed into a wall, resulting in fatal injuries.

Accident Details and CCTV Footage

The incident occurred when Arshid was riding a two-wheeler with a friend as a pillion rider. The friend sustained serious injuries due to the severity of the crash.

A nearby CCTV camera captured the accident, showing the bike traveling at high speed in a quiet neighborhood before it collided forcefully with a wall. The impact was so intense that both riders were thrown into the air, highlighting the crash’s severity.

Community Response and Assistance

Following the accident, local authorities and community leaders extended their condolences to Arshid's family. A Member of the Legislative Assembly visited the family home and communicated with government officials to expedite the repatriation of Arshid's body to India.

Background

  • Student Name: Arshid Ashrith
  • Age: 21 years
  • Course: Third-year MBBS student
  • Origin: Kumuram Bheem Asifabad district, Telangana, India
  • Family Profession: Parents are cloth merchants

This unfortunate event has raised concerns about road safety and the risks faced by students studying abroad.

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