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Illegal Firearm Accident at Kelwa Resort Leaves 17-Year-Old in ICU

Authorities arrested her boyfriend after seizing the weapon with investigators now probing the shooting alongside the resort’s check-in procedures.

Palghar homestay incident
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17-year-old girl injured in accidental firing at Kelwa resort

Overview

  • On May 30 around 1 PM, 17-year-old Tejal Shivram Bhide was shot in the neck at a resort in Kelwa, Palghar district.
  • Officials say the country-made revolver accidentally discharged while she and her 18-year-old boyfriend handled the illegal weapon.
  • She underwent emergency surgery at a Boisar hospital to remove the bullet and remains in intensive care.
  • Palghar Police have charged the boyfriend under sections of the Arms Act and attempt to murder after detaining him and recovering the firearm.
  • Investigators are examining the origin of the revolver and reviewing whether the resort adhered to mandatory check-in protocols.