Pune: Youth Injured After Low-Hanging Wire Strikes Neck On Sinhagad Road
Pune: Youth Injured After Low-Hanging Wire Strikes Neck On Sinhagad Road
Pune – A young man sustained injuries in an accident that occurred on Sinhagad Road near Santosh Hall after a wire suddenly fell and struck him on the neck while he was riding his two-wheeler. The incident took place on Saturday evening and has raised serious concerns about public safety in the area.
According to eyewitnesses, the wire unexpectedly descended while the youth was passing by, leaving him no time to react. The sudden impact led to a loss of balance, causing the rider to fall off his bike. Fortunately, he survived the incident but sustained injuries to his neck and was taken to a nearby hospital for medical treatment.
Residents have expressed frustration over such recurring safety hazards, including low-hanging or loose wires that pose risks to pedestrians and motorists alike. They have urged local authorities and utility companies to conduct immediate inspections and ensure that all overhead cables are properly secured and maintained.
The incident serves as a reminder for all road users to remain vigilant and for civic bodies to take prompt action to prevent similar accidents in the future. Authorities have been requested to increase patrols and safety audits on busy stretches like Sinhagad Road.
