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Indian Express
3 days ago
- Indian Express
‘2 years seemed worthless in an instant': How a Pune drunk driver's reckless act destroyed a woman's MPSC preparation
Written by Shubham Kurale The evening of May 31 started like any other for Gulnaz Ahmed. After hours of intense preparation for the Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) Group C exam, she stepped out for the routine tea break at Shree Nathsai Amrutulya stall in Pune's Sadashiv Peth. Little did she know that this ordinary moment would shatter two years of dreams in just a few seconds. As she was standing with her friend at around 5.45 pm, discussing current affairs after a day of rigorous preparation, a speeding car driven allegedly by an inebriated man without a driving license crashed into the tea stall, leaving 12 people, including four MPSC aspirants, injured. 'Even if it hurts, I will get back to my previous routine' For Ahmed, a 23-year-old from Nagpur, this wasn't just another accident but a traumatic fate to a carefully planned journey that began right after her graduation. Convincing her parents to let her move to Pune for MPSC preparation has been a battle in itself. 'My parents gave me a strict two-year deadline. I completed that period without attempting the exam once. The accident happened just one day before the Group C exam scheduled for June 1, which had already been postponed before. Two years of early morning study sessions, afternoon revision slots, and evening discussions about current affairs seemed worthless in an instant following the accident,' said Ahmed. The impact left Ahmed with a hip injury and muscle damage to her left leg. Initially taken to Yogesh Hospital in Sadashiv Peth, she had to be shifted to Deenanath Mangeshkar Hospital when basic diagnostic equipment wasn't available at the first facility. 'The doctors wanted to admit me, but I couldn't afford the expenditure of over Rs 10,000 per day, as there is already a financial strain during the preparation of the competitive exam. The pain was unbearable, but I returned home the same night,' said Ahmed. The medical bills, damaged phone, and medicines have created a financial burden of over Rs 30,000 for her family — her father runs a small scrap shop, and her mother is a homemaker. Despite promises from several politicians, no financial help has been given yet. Perhaps the most distressing aspect of Ahmed's ordeal was her inability to immediately tell her parents about the accident. 'I couldn't reveal this to my parents, as they would worry and call me back to Nagpur. It took me five days to build the courage to tell them,' she said. Despite being advised to complete bed rest for a month, Ahmed refuses to give up. 'One cannot be disconnected from studies for so long in the cut-throat competitive examination world. Even if it hurts, I will get back to my previous routine,' she said. Her request to the Maharashtra Public Service Commission is simple yet profound. 'It may be difficult for the Commission to retake the exam, but we urge them to consider this as a special case and allow a re-exam for those who have missed due to this incident,' she added. Ahmed's accident has also brought to light the challenges faced by thousands of students who flock to Pune for competitive exam preparation. 'Though Pune is considered the hub of competitive exams, the standard of living has been abysmally low. The food quality is poor, accommodation is expensive, and now even the roads have become unsafe,' said Ahmed. The accident didn't just affect students. Sandeep Khopade, a pharmaceutical marketing professional, was also among those enjoying a tea break with colleagues after a hectic day's work when the drunk driver changed his life forever. 'It was our refreshment time, we were planning over the marketing strategy, cracking jokes, and exchanging ideas over a tea when this accident happened that left my right leg fractured,' said Khopade. While insurance might cover the expenses of over Rs 2.5 lakh, the real worry for Khopade is his career. As the sole breadwinner of his family, Khopade faces the prospect of a four-month bed rest period that could jeopardise his job. 'My employer may not allow four months' leave, and can also replace me. The fracture will not make me able to move swiftly as I did before, which is necessary in a marketing job. So this accident has affected not just me, but my entire family'. 'We demand that the driver should not get bail, as was seen in the Porsche car accident case last year. As this will set a wrong precedent and encourage people to break rules and play with others' lives,' added Khopade. Shubham Kurale is an intern with The Indian Express
NDTV
01-06-2025
- NDTV
Video: 12 Students Injured After Drunk Driver Rams Tea Stall In Pune
Pune: A group of civil service aspirants was enjoying their evening tea when a car rammed the tea stall, injuring 12 students. The driver was allegedly drunk and lost control of the car, and hit people standing on the roadside stall. A First Information Report (FIR) has been registered, and the driver, co-passenger and the vehicle owner have been arrested. The incident occurred on Saturday evening, near Bhave High School in Sadashiv Peth at around 5:30 pm, when a group of students preparing for the Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) was on a tea break. The accident, recorded on camera, shows a white Hyundai Aura driving straight into a group of students standing by a tea stall, pushing them to the ground. In the CCTV footage, we can see at least five students standing by the road. As the car crashes into them, they are moved out of the frame, but people can be heard wailing. Within seconds, the traffic halts and scores of people rush to rescue the students, probably stuck under the car. A group of men are seeing pulling the vehicle. Meanwhile, another man moves around the nearby stall to make space to carry out the injured. A man walks through the crowd, carrying an injured woman in his arms. The crowd swells. Together, they pull the driver and co-passenger out of the car and thrash them. 12 students suffered injuries. Of them, four sustained severe injuries, including bone fractures and were admitted to Sancheti Hospital. The other students are being treated at Yogesh Hospital. Preliminary investigations suggest that the driver, Jairam Shivaji Mule, 27, was drunk, said Nikhil Pingle, Deputy Commissioner of Police, Pune. "Driver Jairam Mule, co-passenger Rahul Gosavi and car owner Digambar Yadav have been arrested. We are investigating and will take strict action against the accused," said Mr Pingle.
News18
31-05-2025
- News18
12 Injured After Car Rams Into Pedestrians Near Tea Shop in Pune; 2 Arrested
Last Updated: Two persons, including the car driver, were taken into custody after ramming the vehicle into pedestrians standing near a tea shop in Pune's Vishrambaug area. At least 12 people have been injured after a car rammed into them near a tea stall in Pune's Vishrambaug area on Saturday evening, according to police. The driver of the vehicle has been taken into custody. The incident occurred at around 6 pm. Some pedestrians were standing outside a tea stall when a vehicle, while taking a turn, rammed into the people, causing serious injuries to some of them. The incident was captured on CCTV. According to reports, the victims included a few students appearing for the Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) examinations. A girl and four others sustained serious injuries to their legs and were immediately rushed to hospitals for treatment. #पुणे सदाशिव पेठेतील अपघातचा व्हिडिओ. भरधाव कारने #mpsc करणार्या मुलांना जयराम मुळे या दारू पिलेल्या चालकाने उडवले.या अपघातात एकाचे पायाचे हाड मोडले, त्याचे आॅपरेशन करावे लागणार आहे. या मुलाचा रविवारी त्याचा कंबाइनचा पेपर आहे.एका बेवड्याने मुलाचे आयुष्य उद्धस्थ केले #pune — Brijmohan Patil (@brizpatil) May 31, 2025 Two persons, including the car driver, were taken into custody, and their medical tests were being conducted to ascertain if they were under the influence, said senior inspector Vijaymala Pawar of Vishrambaug police station. The owner was identified as Digambar Shinde, and the driver was Jairam Mule, who is suspected to have been drunk while driving the vehicle into bystanders and parked vehicles in Narayan Sai Tea Shop. 'This incident took place in the evening, when a cab hit 12 people, leaving them injured. We have arrested the accused driver and the owner of the car. A medical examination is being conducted," said Nikhil Pingle, DCP, Pune Police. First Published: May 31, 2025, 23:09 IST
Time of India
26-05-2025
- General
- Time of India
MPSC Group C admit card 2025 out: Check where and how to download hall ticket
The Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) has released the hall ticket for the Group C Preliminary Examination 2025. Candidates who have registered for the exam can now download their admit cards from the official website — The preliminary exam is scheduled to take place on June 1, 2025, and will be conducted to fill 1,333 vacancies across various posts such as Tax Assistant, Clerk, Clerk-Typist, Industry Inspector, and others. The hall ticket is a mandatory document for entry into the examination center and includes important details like exam timing, venue, and candidate information. Applicants are advised to carefully verify all the details and follow the exam day instructions provided by the commission to ensure a smooth experience. MPSC Group C examination details The MPSC Group C Prelims Exam is scheduled to be held on Sunday, June 1, 2025. This examination aims to fill various positions, including Industry Inspector, Technical Assistant, Tax Assistant, Bailiff, Clerk, and Clerk Typist. The selection process comprises a preliminary exam, followed by mains and skill tests, depending on the specific post. Steps to download MPSC admit card 2025 Here is how students can download their MPSC group C admit card for preliminary examination: Visit the official MPSC website: . Navigate to "Online Facilities" and select "Online Application System." Click on "Download Admission Certificate." Enter your registration number/roll number and password. After logging in, your admit card will be displayed. Download and print it for examination day. MPSC Exam Day Instructions On the day of their MPSC Group C examination, candidates are advised to follow these guidelines: Candidates must carry a printed copy of the admit card to the examination center. Along with the admit card, a valid photo ID proof is mandatory for entry. Ensure that the details on the admit card, such as name, photograph, exam center, and timing, are correct. In case of discrepancies, contact MPSC immediately. For further details and updates, candidates are advised to regularly check the official MPSC website. Ready to empower your child for the AI era? Join our program now! Hurry, only a few seats left.
India Today
20-05-2025
- General
- India Today
Maharashtra Public Service Commission prelims result out, 8,179 qualify
The MPSC Group B Prelims result 2025 has been declared by the Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC), and a total of 8,179 candidates have cleared the exam and qualified for the next round, the MPSC result has been published on the official website and candidates can now download the PDF and check their roll numbers to confirm selection. The prelims were conducted in February 2025 for various non-gazetted Group B YOUR MPSC GROUP B PRELIMS RESULT 2025 ONLINETo check your result:Visit on the 'Latest Updates' sectionSelect the link for 'MPSC Group B Non-Gazetted Services Combined Preliminary 2024 – Result' with Advt No. 048/2024Open the PDF and search for your roll numberDirect link to check MPSC Group B Prelims Result 2025 onlineCATEGORY-WISE CUTOFFS REVEALEDHere's a quick look at the general cut-offs:Open (General): 62.5SC (General): 61.50ST (General): 56.50OBC (General): 62.50EWS (General): 57.75The full list also includes cutoffs for female candidates, sports categories, and differently abled HAPPENS NEXT?Candidates who cleared the prelims will now need to complete the next steps -- submit the required information and pay the Mains exam fee the deadline will lead to disqualification from the next also worth noting that the results and the next round of recruitment are provisional and subject to the final outcome of ongoing court cases related to reservation policies.
