A tragic accident unfolded late Sunday night on the old Pune-Mumbai highway near Battery Hill in the Borghat area, resulting in the deaths of a 40-year-old man and his 10-year-old daughter, while 12 others sustained serious injuries. The accident occurred when a heavy truck lost control while descending the steep ghat section and rammed into five vehicles, causing a chaotic scene and raising urgent concerns about road safety on this perilous stretch.
According to police reports, the truck was traveling from Pune towards Mumbai when it reportedly suffered brake failure or lost control while navigating the sharp curves of the Borghat ghat. The truck first collided with an Innova car carrying the deceased father, Nilesh Sanjay Lagad, and his daughter, Shravya. The force of the collision dragged their vehicle several meters, crushing both inside and causing instant fatalities.
Following this initial impact, the truck continued its uncontrolled descent and crashed into four more vehicles: an Ertiga, a Tata Punch, and an autorickshaw, all heading towards Pune. The truck finally came to a halt after hitting the roadside railings, but not before causing extensive damage to the vehicles and injuring multiple passengers.
Local villagers and passersby rushed to the accident site immediately after hearing the crash. Emergency services were alerted, and the injured were transported to nearby hospitals for urgent medical treatment. Police confirmed that while 12 people sustained serious injuries, none were in critical condition at the time of reporting.
The deceased, Nilesh Lagad and his daughter Shravya, were residents of Pune and had been traveling together when the tragedy struck. Their sudden death has left the family and community devastated.
The Lonavala City Police promptly registered a First Information Report (FIR) and launched an investigation into the accident. Authorities are examining whether mechanical failure, driver error, or negligence contributed to the truck losing control. The truck driver’s condition and credentials are also under scrutiny.
Authorities continue to investigate the incident, and the community mourns the tragic loss while hoping for swift justice and improved safety protocols to prevent future accidents on Borghat.
