A major accident occurred on the Mumbai-Goa Highway near Rajapur taluka in Ratnagiri district after a cow suddenly ran across the road, causing a speeding car to lose control. Fortunately, no one was injured, but the vehicle sustained heavy damage.
According to a viral dash-cam video, a red Maruti Suzuki Vitara Brezza was traveling along the highway when the cow darted onto the road. In an attempt to avoid hitting the animal, the driver swerved sharply, causing the car to skid and veer across lanes before coming to a halt.
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Images from the scene showed significant damage to the front and side of the vehicle, and one of its tires had burst. Local residents described it as a narrow escape for the driver and passengers, who managed to exit the car safely.
This is not the first such incident on the busy Mumbai-Goa Highway. Drivers have long raised concerns about stray cattle wandering onto roads, creating hazardous conditions. Locals claim authorities have not taken sufficient measures to prevent animals from entering the highway.
Traffic was briefly affected after the accident as bystanders helped move the damaged vehicle and calm the stray cattle. Residents and motorists are urging local authorities and animal control departments to take urgent action to prevent similar incidents and ensure the safety of commuters.
