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- Guntipalli Sowmya, a 25-year-old Indian student, was killed in a car accident in Florida.
- She had recently graduated with a master’s degree from Florida Atlantic University.
- A GoFundMe campaign has been set up to support her family and has raised over $35,000.
- Sowmya’s family is seeking help to repatriate her body to Telangana, India.
Tragic Loss of a Promising Student
In a heartbreaking incident, Guntipalli Sowmya, a young student from India, lost her life in a car accident while crossing the road in Florida.
Sowmya, who had just turned 25, was struck by a speeding car on her way back from grocery shopping. The accident proved fatal, and she died on the spot. Her recent graduation from Florida Atlantic University marked the culmination of her hard work and the beginning of her aspirations to support her family back in Telangana, India.
Her parents, devastated by the news, are now grappling with the loss of their daughter who had gone to the US for higher education. Sowmya’s father, a former CRPF jawan and a small shop owner, had made significant sacrifices to fund her education. The GoFundMe page set up in her memory highlights her resilience and determination, as she overcame numerous challenges to excel academically in the US.
The fundraising campaign aims to provide financial support to Sowmya’s family during this crisis, help cover her student loans, and keep her dreams alive. The community’s support is a testament to Sowmya’s impact and the shared desire to help her family heal and move forward.
