Tragic Fall: Mother and Son Die After Jumping from 18th Floor in Pune
A 33-year-old woman and her 6-year-old son tragically died after jumping from their apartment's 18th floor in Pune's Pimpri-Chinchwad area.
Ekta Bhangde and her son Madhav fell from the 18th floor on Friday evening.
The family had been living in the Signature Park complex for two years.
Police confirmed the incident as a suicide after reviewing CCTV footage.
In a heartbreaking incident, a 33-year-old woman, Ekta Bhangde, and her six-year-old son, Madhav, fell to their deaths from the 18th floor of a residential building in Pune's Pimpri-Chinchwad area on Friday evening. The tragedy occurred around 6:30 PM, prompting immediate responses from local residents and police.
Ekta Bhangde, originally from Rajasthan, had been residing in the Signature Park housing society for the past two years with her husband, Manoj Bhangde, and their son. On the day of the incident, Manoj left for work around 10 AM, leaving Ekta and Madhav at home. Eyewitnesses reported a loud noise shortly before the discovery of their bodies, which were found in a pool of blood near the building's duct.
Investigating authorities, including the Wakad police, quickly arrived at the scene. They reviewed CCTV footage that showed Ekta taking her son to the 18th floor via the elevator shortly before the fall. Their shoes were found near the gallery railing, indicating a planned act. The police have sent the bodies for post-mortem examinations to determine further details.
This tragic event has raised concerns about mental health and the pressures faced by families. The Bhangde family, known to be well-settled in their community, leaves behind unanswered questions regarding the circumstances leading to this devastating act. Local mental health organizations have been urged to provide support to those affected by this incident.
As investigations continue, the community is left in shock, grappling with the loss of two lives. Authorities are expected to conduct further inquiries into the family's background and any potential warning signs that might have been overlooked. This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of mental health awareness and the need for accessible support systems in society.
