Indian MBBS Student Loses Life in Fatal 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 hailing from Kumuram Bheem Asifabad district in Telangana, died after crashing his motorcycle into a wall while speeding.
Details of the Accident
According to reports, Arshid lost control of his two-wheeler, resulting in a high-impact collision with a roadside wall. The accident occurred while he was riding with a friend as a pillion passenger, who sustained serious injuries. The collision was captured on a nearby CCTV camera, showing the bike speeding through a quiet neighborhood before abruptly crashing, with both riders being thrown into the air due to the force of the impact.
Response from Local Authorities
Local leaders promptly responded to the incident. Dr. P Harish Babu, a Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA), visited Arshid's residence to express condolences to his grieving parents, Arjun and Pratima, who are cloth merchants by profession. Additionally, the MLA contacted Union Minister G Kishan Reddy to request assistance in arranging the repatriation of Arshid's body to India.
Community Impact
The sudden loss of a young student abroad has deeply affected the family and community back home. Efforts are ongoing to support the family through this difficult time and facilitate necessary formalities following the accident.
Key Highlights:
- Victim: Arshid Ashrith, 21, third-year MBBS student
- Location: Can Tho city, Vietnam
- Cause: High-speed motorcycle crash into a wall
- Injuries: Pillion passenger seriously injured
- Official response: MLA visited family; Union Minister contacted for repatriation assistance
The incident highlights the importance of road safety awareness for international students and travelers, as well as the need for support systems when emergencies arise abroad.
