Pune Shocker: Man Brutally Attacked with Sickle Over Excavation Work Dispute in Palasdev; Case Registered

Pune:  A normal discussion turned into a violent attack over JCB excavation work. The incident occurred around 11:30 PM on Monday, March 13, 2026 in the Shindevasti area of ​​Palasdev, Indapur Taluka. The victim, identified as Mahesh Bansude, sustained serious injuries in this incident, following which a case has been registered at the Indapur police station.

JCB owner Sharad Kale, already present at the scene, argued with Mahesh Bansude and made derogatory remarks. Later, around 11:20 PM, Kale lured Bansude outside his house under the pretense of a discussion. Once outside, Kale verbally and physically assaulted Bansude, kicking and punching him before striking him behind the ear with an iron sickle, intending to kill him. Bansude attempted to dodge the blow but was injured.

According to information provided by the police, a case has been registered against the JCB owner, Sharad Ganpat Kale, under Sections 118(1), 115(2), and 352 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita. As per the complaint, on Monday night, Sawant Bansude called Mahesh Bansude to inform him that a JCB machine had been deployed in the fields. However, a discussion ensued regarding the fact that the work had been halted because Vasant Bansude had lodged a complaint with revenue officials concerning the operation.
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Following the incident, local residents immediately rushed to the scene and admitted the injured Mahesh Bansude to a government hospital for treatment. The accused, Sharad Kale, has absconded following the incident, and Constable Phalke is conducting further investigations under the guidance of Police Inspector Nale.