Pune: Gautami Patil’s Car Involved in Major Accident Near Navale Bridge, Three Injured

Pune: Gautami Patil’s Car Involved in Major Accident Near Navale Bridge, Three Injured
Pune, October 1, 2025: A major accident involving the car of popular dancer Gautami Patil occurred near Navale Bridge in Pune. In the incident, three people were injured and have been admitted to a hospital for treatment.
The accident took place near Vadgaon Bridge, an area often in the news for mishaps. Gautami Patil’s car rammed into a stationary rickshaw outside a hotel on the Mumbai-Bengaluru highway in Vadgaon. The impact was so severe that two passengers and the rickshaw driver sustained serious injuries. The Sinhgad Road Police rushed to the spot and began investigations.
At the time of the accident, Gautami Patil was not in the car. The mishap occurred while her driver was behind the wheel. The rickshaw was badly damaged, and all three injured victims were immediately taken to the hospital. Police are probing whether the driver was under the influence of alcohol. He has been taken into custody for questioning.
Gautami Patil, originally from Solapur, is one of Maharashtra’s leading folk dancers and performers. Known for her expressive stage presence and lively performances, she has a huge following, especially in rural areas during fairs and festivals. Recently, she has also ventured into films and music videos, carving out her own distinct identity in the entertainment industry.