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Car Falls 50 Feet Into Khopoli Gorge, Driver Escapes Unhurt

A car plunged into a gorge in Khopoli, getting stuck in a tree. The driver survived unhurt.

Mumbai Alert · City Desk
Mumbai Alert · City Desk
City Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Mon, 03 August 2026 at 05:25 pm
Car Falls 50 Feet Into Khopoli Gorge, Driver Escapes Unhurt

A car slipped and fell nearly 50 feet into a gorge on Garmal Road in Khopoli on Monday afternoon. The vehicle got stuck against a tree, averting a major accident. Fortunately, the driver survived the incident without any injuries.

The incident occurred when the car plunged into the gorge, but got stuck between trees, preventing it from falling further. A viral video of the incident shows the car stuck in the tree, with the risk of it falling further at any point.

Local residents rushed to help the driver after witnessing the incident. They pulled him out of the car and rescued him safely. The driver's survival is attributed to the car getting stuck against the tree, which prevented it from falling directly onto the Missing Link.

The incident is under investigation, and further details on what led the car to plunge into the gorge are awaited. The Khopoli Police are likely to investigate the cause of the incident and take necessary actions.

In a similar incident, a 23-year-old tourist, Abhishek Kuswaha, fell into a 40 to 50-foot-deep gorge while making a reel at Khopoli's famous DP Waterfall on Sunday. The incident occurred when four male tourists visited the waterfall to enjoy the rainy weather. Kuswaha's friends immediately approached the nearby local police station for help after he went missing.

The Khopoli Police Help Foundation and local rescue teams launched a search operation to find Kuswaha, but it had to be called off due to adverse weather conditions and poor visibility after dark. The search operation resumed the next day, and Kuswaha's body was recovered at around 6 am on Monday.

The incidents highlight the importance of being cautious while traveling to hilly areas, especially during the rainy season. The authorities are likely to take necessary measures to prevent such incidents in the future.

The survival of the driver in the car incident is a relief, and the authorities are investigating the cause of the incident. The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of being vigilant while driving, especially on hilly roads.

In conclusion, the incidents in Khopoli serve as a reminder of the importance of being cautious while traveling to hilly areas, especially during the rainy season. The authorities are likely to take necessary measures to prevent such incidents in the future, and the public is advised to be vigilant while driving or traveling to such areas.

The incidents also highlight the importance of having proper safety measures in place, especially in areas prone to accidents. The authorities are likely to review the safety measures in place and take necessary actions to prevent such incidents in the future.

Overall, the incidents in Khopoli are a reminder of the importance of being cautious and vigilant while traveling, especially during the rainy season. The authorities are likely to take necessary measures to prevent such incidents in the future, and the public is advised to be aware of the risks involved and take necessary precautions.

The incidents are a tragic reminder of the risks involved in traveling to hilly areas, especially during the rainy season. The authorities are likely to take necessary measures to prevent such incidents in the future, and the public is advised to be cautious and vigilant while traveling.

In the end, the survival of the driver in the car incident is a relief, and the authorities are investigating the cause of the incident. The incidents in Khopoli serve as a reminder of the importance of being cautious while traveling to hilly areas, especially during the rainy season.

Frequently asked questions

What happened to the car in Khopoli?

The car slipped and fell nearly 50 feet into a gorge on Garmal Road in Khopoli, but got stuck against a tree, preventing it from falling further.

Was anyone injured in the incident?

Fortunately, the driver survived the incident without any injuries.

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