It seems as if the Monsoon mishaps are on the rise and isn't going to stop soon! Here we are talking about a few tragic incidents that unfolded in Maharashtra recently. Just days after the fatal Lonavala waterfall tragedy wherein 5 people of a family got swept away in the swollen waterfall and died, another news of two boys drowning in Kolhapur's Kalammawadi dam has come into light. Immediately after the incident, disaster Response Force and NDRF conducted search operations. The officials on 2nd of July said that the body of one of two youth has been retrieved. The deceased was identified as Paratik Patil. The 2 youths were a part of a group of friends from Nipani town in Karnataka who were visiting Radhanagari Tehsil in Kohlapur district, Maharashtra for monsoon tourism at the dam. On the same day another terrifying incident happened in Pune. In Pune's Tamhini Ghat, tragedy struck as a man, identified as a trek leader, was swept away by powerful waters. He had been enjoying a day out with around 20 companions, including friends and family, at the renowned picnic spot. Confident in his swimming ability, he dove into the waterfall but misjudged the currents, leading to his fatal accident. Heartbreakingly, his 10-year-old daughter captured the event on video, turning what seemed like a daring adventure into a heartbreaking loss.
03 July,2024 04:47 PM IST
Join us for a star-studded spectacle at India's grandest Dahi-Handi festival in Ghatkopar, where Bollywood icons took center stage! Witness Shakti Kapoor's comedic charm, Jeetendra's mesmerizing dance moves, and the presence of Padmini Kolhapure, Ritu Shivpuri, and renowned choreographer Terence Lewis. Notably, politicians Ashish Shelar, Ramdas Athwale, Devendra Fadnavis, and Kirit Somaiya added to the excitement, breaking Dahi-Handi on stage. Also, don't miss Vicky Kaushal's attendance at this unforgettable event!
07 September,2023 07:12 PM IST
Tension gripped in Maharashtra’s Kolhapur after some youth allegedly posted objectionable posts on social media with a reference to Aurangzeb and Tipu Sultan. Section 144 has been imposed in Kolhapur on June 08 following the reports of violence in the city. The internet services have also been suspended. A day after the incident, Kolhapur SP Mahendra Pandit held a press conference. He informed that the situation in Kolhapur city and the district became normal has become normal. Meanwhile, Shiv Sena UBT leader questioned the Hindutva that gets threatened by a social media post.
08 June,2023 04:47 PM IST | Mumbai
A curfew was imposed in Maharashtra’s Kolhapur on Wednesday after a huge number of people gathered on the streets in protest over clashes that broke out between two groups. The protest was reportedly called after clashes broke out as a result of a “WhatsApp status" put up by three youngsters yesterday. Maharashtra CM Eknath Shinde said those who found guilty will be punished. Maharashtra Deputy CM Devendra Fadnavis said there is “no forgiveness in Maharashtra for those who praise Aurangzeb".
07 June,2023 05:13 PM IST | MumbaiADVERTISEMENT
