Two Killed in Head-On Collision on Elphinstone Bridge in Mumbai
Two Killed in Head-On Collision on Elphinstone Bridge in Mumbai
Mumbai: A tragic road accident on Elphinstone Bridge in Dadar West claimed two lives on March 29 around 1:35 PM.
According to reports, 21-year-old Priyanshu Amar Wandre was driving a vehicle (MH01, ER 9779) at high speed on the north-bound lane toward Dadar Railway Station. In a reckless maneuver, he suddenly swerved into the opposite lane, colliding head-on with a taxi (MH01, BD 4329) coming from the other direction.
The impact of the crash resulted in the deaths of the taxi driver, identified as Shankar, and his passenger, 55-year-old Rekha Parmar.
Mumbai, Maharashtra: An overspeeding SUV attempting to overtake a Toyota Etios on Senapati Bapat Marg collided with a taxi, resulting in the instant death of the driver and a woman passenger pic.twitter.com/fLOQH9s0hX
— IANS (@ians_india) March 29, 2025
Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident, raising concerns about reckless driving and road safety in Mumbai. Further details are awaited.
Tragic accident at Senapati Bapat Marg near Meenatai Fool Market—a taxi crushed by a speeding car. Poorly designed speed breakers, lack of rumblers & double parking make this a daily hazard. Authorities turn a blind eye due to hafta, while politicians shield violators.@mybmc https://t.co/vN7sY2ASiv pic.twitter.com/UIhqqppDUy
— ChakaChak Dadar (@chakachakdadar) March 29, 2025
