Six Killed as Car Plunges 600 Feet Into Nashik Gorge
Six Killed as Car Plunges 600 Feet Into Nashik Gorge
Six people from Pimpalgaon Baswant die after a car falls into a 600-foot Nashik gorge; families to receive ₹5 lakh ex-gratia as investigators probe.
Six people from Pimpalgaon Baswant in Niphad taluka were killed when their car plunged into a 600-foot gorge in the Nashik ghat area around 4 pm today. The vehicle and the bodies were recovered by rescue teams at the scene, and all six occupants were declared dead on the spot. The victims were residents of Pimpalgaon Baswant, a close-knit community that now faces a devastating loss.
The state government announced an ex-gratia payment of ₹5 lakh for each family of the deceased and said it would provide all possible assistance to the bereaved. The Prime Minister also expressed condolences for the families affected.
A police inquiry and rescue operation continued at the site as officials assessed the circumstances leading to the plunge. Investigators are expected to review road safety in the ghat area and assess factors such as weather, vehicle condition, and road barriers. Local authorities appealed for patience as the tragedy is investigated and the community mourns.
This incident highlights the hazards of ghat-style roads and the need for ongoing safety measures in mountainous terrain, especially in areas prone to accidents where residents are often traveling in one-vehicle plays. Public safety officials urged motorists to exercise caution on narrow, winding stretches and to report any hazards promptly.
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