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Thar Plunges From Delhi Showroom’s First Floor During Delivery, Inquiry Underway

Police are examining conflicting accounts of a ritual misstep versus a salesman’s demonstration.

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The Mahindra Thar showroom near Nirman Vihar, where a car along with its owner fell from the first floor shortly after being purchased on Tuesday. (RAJ K RAJ /HT PHOTO)

Overview

  • The new Mahindra Thar broke through the first-floor glass at a Nirman Vihar showroom around 5 pm on Monday and landed on the pavement, damaging a parked motorcycle.
  • Buyer Maani Pawar, her husband Pradeep, and salesman Vikas sustained minor injuries, were treated at Malik Hospital, and were discharged, according to police.
  • Deputy Commissioner of Police Abhishek Dhania said no complaint has been filed; a medico-legal case was recorded and officers conducted an inspection.
  • ThePrint reported the showroom has been shut with access restricted and a notice citing renovation, as police from Shakarpur station continue their inquiry.
  • A widely shared video drew attention to safety practices, and Pawar released a clip on Thursday rejecting false reports of serious injury or death.