Highway Accident Near Bhivandi Leaves Four Critical, Four Hospitalized

A major collision on the Mumbai‑Nasik highway near Bhivandi resulted in eight people being injured, with half of them listed as critical. The incident involved a family cruiser that was returning from dropping relatives at Mumbai airport and a truck parked on the road shoulder.

The driver of the cruiser reported that while overtaking the truck in light drizzle, the vehicle skidded and struck the truck’s rear end. The force of the impact caused significant damage to the cruiser’s back compartment.

Emergency services responded quickly, and bystanders formed a crowd that helped pull the injured out of the wreckage. All eight victims were taken to the nearest hospital; four required advanced care at a specialized facility.

Authorities are investigating whether the parked truck’s location complied with road regulations and are reminding motorists to exercise caution during adverse weather conditions.