Tragic Mumbai-Goa Highway Accident Claims 5 Lives Near Ratnagiri; Driver Critical
Ratnagiri, Maharashtra – In a horrific accident on the Mumbai-Goa Highway, five people lost their lives after their car plunged into the Jagbudi River near Khed in Ratnagiri district. The incident occurred late Sunday night when the vehicle, traveling from Mumbai’s Mira Road to Devrukh, veered off the road and fell into the river.
Five Dead, Driver in Critical Condition
The car was carrying six passengers en route to attend a funeral in Devrukh. Tragically, five occupants died on the spot, while the driver suffered severe injuries and is undergoing emergency treatment. Authorities are yet to confirm the identities of the deceased.
Disturbing Visuals Show Crushed Car Retrieved from River
Shocking footage from the accident site surfaced online, showing rescue teams retrieving the mangled vehicle from the river using a crane. The car’s roof was completely crushed, highlighting the severity of the crash. Police and local volunteers worked tirelessly to recover the bodies and assist in the rescue efforts.
Ratnagiri, Maharashtra: An accident occurred on the Mumbai-Goa Highway when a car plunged into the Jagbudi River. Five passengers lost their lives, while the driver sustained serious injuries. All the occupants were traveling from Mumbai to Devrukh pic.twitter.com/kty9tEnNM6
— IANS (@ians_india) May 19, 2025
Victims Were Heading to a Funeral
Reports indicate that the passengers were traveling to attend the funeral of a relative in Devrukh when the tragedy struck. Rescue operations began early Monday morning, with officials and locals collaborating to recover the vehicle from the riverbed. The driver remains in serious condition at a nearby hospital.
