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Eight die as pick-up truck plunges into well in Maharashtra

In Solapur district of Maharashtra, a pick-up vehicle with 15 passengers plunged into a roadside well on Sunday, leading to the tragic deaths of eight people, which included four women and four children. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis responded by announcing a financial assistance package of ₹5 lakh for each victim's family, highlighting the state's dedication to providing support during this difficult time.

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BRIC Team
Jun 14, 2026 · 1 min read
Eight die as pick-up truck plunges into well in Maharashtra

Key Takeaways

  • •Eight people died in a tragic accident in Solapur district, including four women and four children, when a vehicle fell into a well.
  • •Seventeen individuals were involved in the incident, with seven sustaining injuries and receiving treatment at a nearby hospital.
  • •Maharashtra's Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announced a financial assistance package of ₹5 lakh for each victim's family.
  • •The accident occurred in the Malshiras tehsil near Tandulwadi village, where the driver reportedly lost control of the vehicle.
  • •Emergency responders worked diligently to retrieve the vehicle from the well while local authorities coordinated rescue efforts.

Tragedy hit Solapur district in Maharashtra Sunday when a pick-up vehicle with 15 aboard plunged into a roadside well . Eight dead — four women,four children. Accident happened in Malshiras tehsil near Tandulwadi village . Driver reportedly lost control.

Superintendent of Police Atul Kulkarni said seven others were injured, rushed to nearby hospital . Emergency crews retrieved vehicle while local authorities managed rescue efforts.

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis voiced deep sorrow over loss of life. Announced ₹5 lakh aid for families of each victim,calling accident "extremely unfortunate and tragic." He offered condolences,stressed state's commitment to helping families through tough time.

The Chief Minister added that Solapur District Collector and police were sent to scene to manage situation. State government stays in close contact with local officials to ensure all steps are taken…but questions remain.

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