Pune: A luxury bus traveling toward Pune collided with a truck on the Pune-Solapur Highway, resulting in a fatal accident early Wednesday (December 25) morning. One person lost their life, while 15–20 others sustained injuries in the mishap.
The accident occurred near Visava Hotel in Khadki, Daund Taluka, when the bus rear-ended a truck. Emergency responders rushed the injured to a hospital in Bhigwan. Following the accident, traffic on the highway was briefly disrupted, but the police managed to restore normalcy within a few hours.
The cause of the accident is still under investigation, with preliminary reports suggesting a possible mismatch in the speed of the bus and the truck. The incident highlights the critical importance of adhering to traffic safety norms and controlling vehicular speed on highways.
Recent Spike in Accidents in Pune
The city of Pune has witnessed a spate of accidents recently.
Fire in Container Near Yavat: A container caught fire, killing the cleaner.
Wagholi-Kesnand Dumper Accident: On Sunday night, nine laborers sleeping on the footpath were struck by a speeding dumper. Three died, and six others were critically injured.
Consecutive Wagholi Accident: The following night, another dumper accident occurred in the same area.
Tuesday Night Car Incident: A car crashed into four vehicles, adding to the alarming pattern of accidents.
Dumper Driver and Owner Arrested
The dumper driver responsible for running over nine individuals in Wagholi has been arrested and remanded to police custody for five days. The dumper owner was also apprehended on Tuesday. Authorities have charged the driver with culpable homicide for the fatal incident.