Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) MP Supriya Sule narrowly escaped injury after her car was hit by another vehicle on the Mumbai-Pune Expressway on Tuesday. The incident occurred near the Khopoli exit, where a speeding car rear-ended her vehicle. Sule, who was traveling with her driver, credited her seatbelt for saving her life.
Details of the Accident
The accident took place around 11:30 am when Sule was heading towards Pune. According to her statement, a car coming from behind crashed into her vehicle at high speed. Despite the impact, Sule remained unharmed due to the seatbelt she was wearing. Her driver also escaped with minor injuries.
Supriya Sule's Appeal
Taking to social media, Sule shared a video message urging people to always wear seatbelts. She emphasized that the seatbelt prevented her from being thrown forward during the collision. She also thanked the local police and emergency services for their prompt response.
Road Safety Reminder
The incident has once again highlighted the importance of seatbelt usage. Road safety experts recommend that all passengers, including those in the rear seats, should wear seatbelts to minimize injury during accidents. The Mumbai-Pune Expressway, a six-lane highway, has witnessed several accidents due to overspeeding and negligence.
Authorities are investigating the accident and have registered a case against the driver of the other vehicle. Sule's car has been taken for repairs, and she continued her journey later.
