Wednesday, 2 September 2026 MUMBAI EDITION LIVE

Bandra Accident: Driver Denies Speeding Charges

Nutritionist Megha Rawal denies speeding, speaking on phone while driving. Accident was unintentional.

Mumbai Alert · City Desk
Mumbai Alert · City Desk
City Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Wed, 02 September 2026 at 08:24 am
Bandra Accident: Driver Denies Speeding Charges

A fatal accident occurred in Bandra, resulting in the death of a child. The driver, Megha Rawal, a nutritionist, was produced before the magistrate court as her one-day police custody ended on Tuesday.

Rawal claimed that she was unable to see the child crossing the road as she was taking a turn. She stated that the accident was 'unfortunate and unintentional'.

The accident has raised concerns about road safety in the area. The police are investigating the matter and have been questioning Rawal.

The magistrate court heard Rawal's statement and will decide on the next course of action. The police custody of Rawal ended on Tuesday, and she was produced before the court.

The accident has sparked a debate about the importance of being vigilant while driving, especially in areas with high pedestrian traffic.

Rawal's statement suggests that she was not speeding or speaking on the phone while driving, as initially alleged. However, the investigation is ongoing, and the police will determine the cause of the accident.

The community is in shock over the tragic incident, and there are calls for increased safety measures to prevent such accidents in the future.

The accident highlights the need for drivers to be cautious and aware of their surroundings, especially in areas with high foot traffic.

In conclusion, the Bandra accident has resulted in the loss of a young life, and the community is demanding justice and increased safety measures. The investigation is ongoing, and the court will decide on the next course of action.

Frequently asked questions

What happened in the Bandra accident?

A child was killed in a road accident in Bandra, and the driver, Megha Rawal, has been charged.

What is Megha Rawal's statement on the accident?

Rawal claims the accident was unintentional and she was unable to see the child crossing the road as she was taking a turn.

bandraaccidentmegharawalroadsafety
X Facebook Telegram
Read the original report ↗

More in Mumbai

Mumbai

Mumbai Expects Light Rain, Gusty Winds Today

Light to moderate rain and gusty winds likely in Mumbai today. No IMD alert issued.

By Mumbai Alert · City Desk · 50 min ago

Mumbai

BEST Fails to Collect 78% of Power Theft Fines

BEST cracks down on power theft, but most fines go unpaid.

By Mumbai Alert · City Desk · 59 min ago

Mumbai

BMC Refurbishes Lost Ganpati Footwear

Lost footwear gets new life, BMC helps tribal kids

By Mumbai Alert · City Desk · 1 hr ago

Mumbai

Marol Youth Killed in Altercation

A young man from Marol was killed, rival group involved. Investigation underway.

By Mumbai Alert · City Desk · 1 hr ago