Minor Girl’s Body Found Near Balaganj Crossing in Lucknow: Protests Erupt Over Tragic Death

Lucknow, March 9 (TNA) Tension gripped Lucknow’s Balaganj area after locals discovered the body of a minor girl near Balaganj crossing on Sunday, sparking outrage and protests with reports of vandalism on vehicles. Eyewitnesses described a chaotic scene as angry residents blocked roads, demanding swift justice and a thorough probe into the child’s death.

Police rushed to the site, cordoning off the area for investigation as the body was sent for a postmortem to ascertain the cause of death, whether accident, murder, or negligence. Preliminary reports suggest the girl may have been struck by a vehicle, though foul play is not ruled out amid community suspicions.

Authorities have urged calm while forming special teams to track leads, including CCTV footage. Balaganj crossing, a busy junction, saw heavy traffic disruptions as protesters vented frustration over rising safety concerns for children in the neighbourhood. Updates awaited from forensic results.