Wagholi, a bustling area in Pune, has been in the spotlight recently due to a series of fatal accidents involving dumpers. The Pune Police have taken a stern stance on this issue, warning dumper drivers that they will be charged with culpable homicide under Section 100 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) if a fatal accident occurs.
Senior Police Inspector Pandit Rejitwad, who heads the Lonikand Police Station, issued this warning during a meeting with mine, crusher, and dumper owners and drivers. The Lonikand Police Station, responsible for overseeing areas like Wagholi and the Pune-Ahmednagar Highway, has witnessed an alarming number of dumper-related accidents in recent days.
In just under two weeks, Wagholi saw the loss of two precious lives in dumper accidents, prompting the police to take decisive action. During the meeting, Senior PI Rejitwad stressed the importance of adhering to regional transport rules and cautioned against operating vehicles under the influence of alcohol. He reminded drivers of the devastating impact accidents have on the families of those involved and urged them to handle their vehicles responsibly.
Assistant Police Inspector Gajanan Jadhav also spoke at the gathering, warning drivers against flouting restrictions on dumper operations and threatening business closures for repeat offenders. He emphasized the need for drivers to comply with transport regulations, noting that they are often held accountable for reckless behavior, rather than the owners.
Representatives from the Pune District Mining and Crusher Industries Association, Ramdas Dabhade and Yuvraj Dalvi, echoed the call for stricter enforcement against rule-breaking dumpers. The association has taken steps to enhance road safety by providing barricades and traffic wardens to the traffic department, with plans in place to install cameras at major intersections.
The message is clear – the Pune Police are cracking down on dumper-related accidents in Wagholi, and drivers who fail to prioritize safety and adherence to regulations will face severe consequences. It’s time for all stakeholders to come together and prioritize road safety to prevent further tragedies on the streets of Pune.
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