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Police Identify Vehicle in Fatal Undri Hit-and-Run as Public Demands Action

The death of Sujit Kumar Singh highlights longstanding safety issues in Undri, with residents and leaders calling for urgent infrastructure improvements.

After the accident, police formed two teams to identify the car and arrest the accused driver. (HT PHOTO)
The police along with a few locals rushed Singh to a nearby hospital but he was declared dead before arrival. (VIDEO GRAB)

Overview

  • Sujit Kumar Singh, 49, died after being struck by a four-wheeler during a morning walk near Nyati Esteban Society on April 1, 2025.
  • Police have identified the vehicle involved through CCTV footage and are working to apprehend the driver, who fled the scene without offering assistance.
  • Residents blame the Pune Municipal Corporation for neglecting infrastructure in Undri since its merger in 2017, citing poor road conditions and lack of pedestrian safety measures.
  • This is the second fatal pedestrian accident in the area in recent months, underscoring recurring safety concerns for walkers.
  • MP Supriya Sule has called for immediate safety measures, including speed breakers, CCTV cameras, and the construction of a park to provide a safe space for pedestrians.