Tragic Road Incident Sparks Community Protests in Nashik
In Nashik district, an 11-year-old girl named Siddhi Mangesh Lungse died after being hit by a dumper. The accident injured three others and provoked local protests demanding the driver's arrest and road safety measures. Police confirmed a case is registered, and investigations are ongoing.
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An 11-year-old girl tragically lost her life and three others sustained injuries after a dumper accident in Maharashtra's Nashik district, according to police reports.
The accident occurred at 9:45 AM near Nagapur Phata along the Nashik-Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar highway, where Siddhi Mangesh Lungse was fatally hit. Residents reacted with protests demanding action against the truck driver.
Law enforcement has registered a case and investigations continue. Authorities were dispatched to calm the protesting crowd, who also called for the installation of speed-breakers to prevent further accidents.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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