A tragic incident unfolded on Pune's Navale Bridge, leaving six lives lost and ten others injured in a multi-vehicle collision. The accident, which occurred at the 'Selfie Point' on the highway, sparked a fire in two vehicles, prompting an immediate response from emergency services. Deputy Commissioner of Police, Sambhaji Kadam, revealed that a speeding truck, en route from Satara to Mumbai via the Mumbai–Bengaluru highway, may have veered off course due to a brake failure. The truck collided with multiple vehicles, including a car, which was sandwiched between the truck and a container, resulting in a fire. The aftermath of the accident saw a swift response from Pune city police and the Pune Fire Brigade, who extinguished the flames and recovered the deceased from the damaged car and container. Rescue operations are underway to identify the victims and clear the damaged vehicles from the road. Traffic was diverted during the operation, and a traffic advisory was issued, urging motorists to avoid the route for the next two hours. This incident serves as a stark reminder of the potential consequences of speeding and brake failures, and the importance of adhering to traffic rules to ensure road safety. The area has a history of accidents, with a similar incident in November 2022 resulting in the collision of at least 48 vehicles and injuries to around 20 people. This recent tragedy prompts a discussion on the need for enhanced safety measures and awareness to prevent such incidents in the future.
