Kolkata Woman Dies After Car Plunges Into Pond During Driving Practice

Brief By Hindustan Times / 7:37 PM on 13 Aug 2026

A 42-year-old executive died after her practice car plunged into a pond in Kolkata. Police and fire officials launched a rescue operation, retrieving the vehicle after an hour. The woman moved to the back seat while trying to save herself. Police suspect she pressed the accelerator instead of brake, causing the car to plunge into the pond.