In a tragic incident in Maharashtra’s Navi Mumbai, former Intel India country head Avtar Saini was fatally knocked down by a cab driver identified as Rishikesh Khade (23). The driver reportedly confessed to the police that he lost control of the vehicle due to drowsiness, as he had been driving throughout the night.
The incident occurred at around 5:50 am on Wednesday on the Palm Beach Road in Navi Mumbai’s Nerul area. According to reports, the speeding cab struck Saini while he was cycling, hitting his bicycle from behind. Despite attempts to flee the scene, Khade’s cab became entangled with the bicycle’s frame, leading to the tragic accident.
Saini was rushed to a nearby hospital by his companions, but unfortunately, he was declared dead upon arrival. During interrogation, Khade admitted to dozing off while driving, which resulted in the loss of control over the vehicle, ultimately leading to the fatal collision.
Khade has been booked under several sections of the Indian Penal Code (IPC), including 279 (rash driving), 337 (causing hurt by an act done negligently to endanger human life), and 304-A (causing death by negligent driving). Additionally, provisions of the Motor Vehicles Act have also been applied in the case.
However, despite the charges, Khade has not been arrested yet, as the maximum imprisonment for the sections applied against him falls below seven years, as per the police. The authorities are currently awaiting the arrival of Saini’s relatives, who reside abroad, to claim his body for the final rites.
A resident of suburban Chembur in Mumbai, Saini was widely recognized for his contributions to the development of Intel’s microprocessors, including the Intel 386 and 486, as well as leading the design of the company’s Pentium processor.
The tragic incident has sent shockwaves through the tech community, highlighting the dangers of drowsy driving and the devastating consequences it can have. As investigations continue, authorities are emphasizing the importance of road safety and responsible driving to prevent similar accidents in the future.
Sources By Agencies