Two people were killed in a car accident on the Pune-Mumbai Expressway on Tuesday morning.
The accident took place near the Urse toll plaza when a speeding car rammed into a stationary truck. The impact of the collision was so severe that the car was completely mangled and the two occupants were killed on the spot.
The deceased have been identified as 25-year-old Akash Shinde and 22-year-old Sahil Patil, both residents of Pune.
The police have registered a case of accidental death and are investigating the matter.
Background:
The Pune-Mumbai Expressway is one of the busiest highways in India. It is a four-lane highway that connects the two cities of Pune and Mumbai. The highway is often congested and accidents are common.
Call to action:
The police have appealed to motorists to drive safely and obey the traffic rules. They have also advised motorists to avoid driving during peak hours.