Pune accident: One dead, five injured as cement truck hits multiple vehicles

By Lokmat English Desk | Published: August 10, 2023 12:06 PM2023-08-10T12:06:02+5:302023-08-10T12:06:20+5:30

In summary, a fatal collision near Khadi Machine Chowk in Kondhwa has claimed one life and left five injured. The incident underscores the pressing need for road widening, prompting officials to take steps towards resolving the long-standing land acquisition impediments.

Pune accident: One dead, five injured as cement truck hits multiple vehicles | Pune accident: One dead, five injured as cement truck hits multiple vehicles

Pune accident: One dead, five injured as cement truck hits multiple vehicles

A fatal collision occurred near Khadi Machine Chowk at Kondhwa, Pune today, resulting in one casualty and five individuals sustaining injuries. The deceased has been identified as Prashant Krishna Chaure, aged 43, a resident of Dhankawadi area.

The accident took place around 9:30 am on Thursday, involving multiple vehicles on the Katraj – Kondhwa bypass road. A truck transporting cement pipes collided with numerous vehicles after one car abruptly stopped, catching others off-guard. The truck, en route from Katraj to Kondhwa, struck 8 to 10 vehicles in its path. Six people were injured in the collision, with one unfortunate victim succumbing to their injuries as confirmed by medical professionals.

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