Pune, 17th October 2024: A car belonging to Minister Dhananjay Munde’s wife, Rajshri Munde, was involved in a severe accident at Sortapwadi on the Pune-Solapur highway at 4:30 am on Thursday (17th October). Fortunately, Rajshri Munde sustained only minor injuries and is reported to be in stable condition after the car collided with a travel bus.
Traffic on the highway was briefly blocked due to the accident, which occurred in the early morning hours. Local police and emergency services quickly arrived at the scene to begin rescue operations.
The exact cause of the accident is yet to be determined. However, it is speculated that both vehicles were speeding due to reduced traffic at night. The police have registered the incident, and further investigation is underway. Local authorities have emphasized the need for improved traffic management measures on the highway.
Rajshri Munde was taken to a nearby hospital, where she received first aid. Her condition is currently stable.
The Pune-Solapur highway is known for heavy traffic, and the increasing number of accidents has raised concerns about road safety. This latest incident has once again highlighted the need for stricter highway safety measures, with calls for the administration to take immediate action.
