Tragic Accident on Mumbai-Pune Expressway Claims Infant's Life
Infant killed, mother injured while crossing Mumbai-Pune Expressway
Hindustan Times
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A tragic incident occurred on the Mumbai-Pune Expressway when a five-month-old infant was killed and his mother injured while attempting to cross the highway near Adaigaon in New Panvel. The accident highlights the dangers of pedestrian traffic on this restricted roadway.
- 01A five-month-old infant died after being struck by a car on the Mumbai-Pune Expressway.
- 02The mother, Suvarna Shankar Kale, was attempting to cross the highway with her baby tied to her back.
- 03Walking on the expressway is prohibited for pedestrians and two-wheelers.
- 04The driver of the car, Sanket Balwant Chavan, has been implicated in the incident.
- 05Authorities emphasize the importance of adhering to safety regulations to prevent such tragedies.
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On Friday evening, a tragic accident on the Mumbai-Pune Expressway near Adaigaon in New Panvel resulted in the death of a five-month-old infant and injuries to his mother, Suvarna Shankar Kale. The incident occurred when Kale attempted to cross the expressway, which is strictly off-limits to pedestrians. She had her baby tied to her back when they were struck by a Hyundai Creta driven by Sanket Balwant Chavan, 29, who was traveling towards Mumbai. Despite the driver’s efforts to rush them to a nearby hospital, the infant was pronounced dead upon arrival. Police have registered a case against Kale for violating expressway regulations, and an FIR has been filed against Chavan under relevant laws. Authorities are urging the public to adhere to safety norms to prevent further incidents.
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This incident raises concerns about pedestrian safety on high-speed corridors, highlighting the need for better enforcement of traffic regulations.
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