A Tragic Farewell: Elderly Guard's Life Cut Short in Manimajra Hit-and-Run

It’s truly heartbreaking to hear of another life senselessly lost on our roads. Late on Monday night, a quiet evening turned into a tragedy for the family of 70-year-old Subhash Chand, a dedicated security guard, when he was fatally struck in a hit-and-run incident right here in Manimajra, Chandigarh. He was simply making his way home after a long shift, a routine journey that, sadly, became his last.

Imagine, if you will, the scene: the quiet streets of Manimajra, a senior citizen pedaling his bicycle, perhaps looking forward to the comfort of his home, when out of nowhere, a speeding vehicle appears. It’s an unknown car, described only as moving at a reckless pace, that collided with him. The sheer callousness of the driver is what truly stings – rather than stopping to help, they simply fled, disappearing into the night, leaving an injured man behind.

It wasn't long before locals discovered Subhash Chand, lying there on the roadside. One can only imagine the shock and urgency as they rushed to his aid, immediately contacting the authorities. He was quickly transported to GMCH-32, but it was too late. The doctors, with heavy hearts, pronounced him brought dead. A life, lived with diligence and routine, extinguished in an instant due to someone else's irresponsibility.

Subhash Chand was more than just a victim; he was a husband, a father to two daughters and a son. He was a man who, even at 70, continued to work, providing for his family, ensuring their security. His journey home each night was a testament to his dedication, a silent promise kept day after day, until this fateful Monday.

The Manimajra police station has, of course, registered a case. They're investigating under Sections 279 (rash driving) and 304A (causing death by negligence) of the IPC. The focus now, as it should be, is on justice. Investigators are diligently scouring CCTV footage from the area, hoping against hope that some camera, somewhere, captured a glimpse of the vehicle or, crucially, its license plate, to bring the perpetrator to account. It's a race against time, really, to piece together the clues and identify the individual behind the wheel of that fateful car.

This incident serves as a stark, painful reminder of the vital importance of road safety and, frankly, basic human decency. For Subhash Chand's family, the loss is immeasurable, a void that can never be filled. As a community, we can only hope that the police succeed in their efforts, bringing closure to a grieving family and sending a clear message that such reckless acts will not go unpunished. Let's remember Subhash Chand, and perhaps, drive a little more carefully, a little more compassionately, for everyone's sake.