Telangana woman studying in US university killed by speeding car in Florida

A 25-year-old student from Telangana’s Yadadri Bhuvanagiri district was killed in a road accident in Florida, US.

Guntipalli Sowmya, who had completed her master’s from Florida Atlantic University, was hit by a speeding car while crossing the road on May 26.

She was killed on the spot.

Sowmya had been returning to her accommodation after buying groceries when the accident occurred.

She went to the US two years ago to pursue her studies. After completing her master’s degree, she was trying to find a job, according to reports.

Sowmya, originally from Yadagaripalle village, Telangana, was actively seeking a job.

Her parents, Koteshwara Rao and Balamani, were devastated upon receiving the tragic news of their daughter’s death.

Sowmya’s family has appealed to the government for assistance in bringing her body back to Telangana.

Koteshwara Rao, a former CRPF jawan, shared that his daughter had recently celebrated her 25th birthday on May 11. “I even sent clothes for her,” he said, mourning her loss, according to TOI.

Sowmya’s father struggled immensely to arrange the money for her studies, sacrificed a lot to ensure she had the opportunity to pursue her dreams, according to GoFundMe website.

Rao currently operates a general store (kirana shop) in Telangana.