Recent news from Nagpur on September 13 highlights a tragic school transport accident, public safety concerns, major infrastructure announcements, and city pride as local talents gain international recognition. From a deadly Mankapur flyover crash to fresh upgrades at Ganesh Tekdi Temple, here are the top updates you need to know.

Accidents and Public Safety

Mankapur school van accident: A school van and a school bus collided on the Mankapur flyover on September 12, killing the van’s driver and a Class IX student. Another injured student later succumbed to injuries. Authorities revealed the van’s fitness certificate had expired, raising alarms about school transport safety.
Judge’s car fire: A fire broke out in a judge’s vehicle at Civil Lines District Court on September 12. The blaze was quickly controlled by the fire department, preventing further damage.
Railway electrocution: A man died after climbing onto a train at Nagpur Railway Station and accidentally touching a high-tension wire.
Abduction foiled: Nagpur Police rescued a 15-year-old girl who was abducted at sword-point on September 11.
Fake courier theft: A conman posing as a parcel delivery agent robbed a woman’s mangalsutra in Ajni on September 12.

Infrastructure and Development

Medical Square project: Union Minister Nitin Gadkari announced a new Rotary and Underground Market at Medical Square, aimed at easing traffic and boosting local commerce.
Ganesh Tekdi Temple upgrade: The Nagpur Municipal Corporation resolved a long-pending land lease issue, paving the way for a major upgrade of the historic temple.
First livelihood center: Nagpur’s first livelihood center is now ready, offering skill development and employment opportunities.
Flight connectivity boost: Star Airlines will launch a new Gondia–Indore–Bengaluru flight service from September 16.

Events & Recognition

VNIT Convocation 2025: Visvesvaraya National Institute of Technology (VNIT) will host its 23rd convocation on September 15, coinciding with Engineers’ Day.
Miss International 2025: Nagpur’s Roosh Sindhu will represent India at the global Miss International pageant.
Cultural pride: Nagpur’s Yash Tumane is promoting his signature “Yashiv Garba” in Dubai.