A tragic road accident in Valuka upazila of Mymensingh has claimed the life of a five-year-old schoolboy who was on his way to school with his mother. The incident has once again raised concerns over road safety near educational institutions in the area.
The deceased, Farhan Ahmed (5), was a nursery class student at Holybright Model School. He was the son of Liton Ahmed, a driver by profession, and resided in the Dhamsur village under Mallikbari Union.
According to local sources, the accident occurred on Thursday morning, 7 May, while Farhan was accompanying his mother to school via the Dhamsur–Mamarishpur road. As they approached the vicinity of Haimunnesa Chowdhurani Girls High School, the child suddenly broke away from his mother’s hand and attempted to cross the road.
At that moment, an auto-rickshaw travelling from Dhamsur towards Valuka Panchrasta struck him at speed. The impact left the child critically injured on the spot, causing panic among passers-by and local residents who quickly rushed to assist.
He was initially taken to the Valuka Upazila Health Complex for emergency treatment. Due to the severity of his injuries, he was later referred to Churkhai Medical College Hospital for advanced care. Despite medical efforts, Farhan succumbed to his injuries at approximately 9:00 am on Friday.
Timeline of the Incident
| Time & Day | Event Description |
|---|---|
| Thursday morning (7 May) | Farhan leaves home with mother for school |
| Shortly after | Child runs onto road near school area |
| Immediately after | Auto-rickshaw collision occurs |
| Same morning | Injured child taken to Valuka Upazila Health Complex |
| Later that day | Referred to Churkhai Medical College Hospital |
| Friday 9:00 am | Child declared dead |
Local residents expressed deep sorrow over the incident and highlighted the need for stricter traffic control measures, especially in school zones where children frequently cross busy roads. Many also pointed out that speeding vehicles and lack of proper pedestrian crossings continue to pose serious risks.
When contacted, Officer-in-Charge of Valuka Model Police Station, Md. Jahidul Islam, stated that he had not yet been formally informed about the incident. He added that details would be verified and appropriate action taken once confirmed.
The death of young Farhan has cast a shadow of grief over the community, with classmates, teachers, and neighbours mourning the loss of a cheerful and innocent child whose life ended far too soon.