Shaik Sabjee, Andhra Pradesh Legislative Council member, died in a car accident at Cherukuvada village in West Godavari district on Friday. The mishap occurred when Sabjee (57) was on his way to Bhimavaram from Eluru. In the accident, the driver of MLC, his personal assistant and gunmen sustained injuries.
Sabjee was declared dead by doctors at a hospital in Bhimavaram.
In the morning, Sabjee took part in a protest by Anganwadi teachers in Eluru town.
A police official said, Sabjee's hatchback collided head-on with a similar vehicle in Cherukuvada around 12:30 PM.
West Godavari district superintendent of police U Ravi Prakash told PTI, "The car coming in the opposite direction was wobbling. The accident occurred within Undi police station limits. Sabjee died on the spot."
Sabjee, a teacher, was an independent MLC under Teacher's quota. Sabjee served from East and West Godavari districts with term till 2027.
Sabjee was the president of the United Teachers Federation (UTF).
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