Pune News: Tourist Dies of Heart Attack During Sinhagad Fort Trek, Authorities Issue Safety Advisory
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Pune, April 18, 2026: A tragic incident at Sinhagad Fort has raised concerns among tourists after a 55-year-old man died of a suspected heart attack while trekking early Friday morning.
The deceased has been identified as Suresh Raghunath Bhokare, a resident of Gokulnagar in Katraj. He had visited the fort along with friends for a morning trek when the incident occurred, creating panic among fellow trekkers and locals.
According to initial information, the group reached Atkarwadi village at the base of the fort around 5 am and began their climb shortly after. While ascending the hill, Bhokare reportedly felt dizzy near a temple point along the route and suddenly collapsed.
He was immediately shifted on a stretcher and brought down to the base, from where he was rushed to a nearby private hospital. However, doctors declared him dead before treatment could begin.
Forest department personnel, including Baliram Waykar, Nitin Gole, Uttam Khamkar, and Sandeep Koli, reached the spot promptly and assisted in the rescue operation.
In the wake of rising temperatures, forest officials have issued an advisory urging elderly individuals and those with existing health conditions to avoid strenuous treks. Authorities have also appealed to visitors to take adequate precautions, stay hydrated, and assess their fitness levels before attempting climbs at Sinhagad Fort.
