The police investigation into the tragic deaths of three members of the Chandgude family on the Khavadya hills in the Waluj area of Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar is now reaching its conclusion. In the immediate aftermath of the incident, numerous rumors and unanswered questions had surfaced, triggering widespread speculation across the region. However, following extensive statements recorded from close relatives by the MIDC Waluj police, authorities have found no evidence of third-party involvement or criminal conspiracy. With family members explicitly declining to file any complaint against anyone, police confirmed that the case shows no indications of taking any unexpected turn.
Police Inquiry and Family Statements
To ascertain the facts behind the tragedy, the MIDC Waluj police conducted a thorough inquiry into the background of the deceased family members. Under the supervision of Senior Police Inspector Rameshwar Gade, investigators recorded detailed statements from relatives on both sides, including three sisters each of the deceased parents, Muralidhar Chandgude and Sangeeta Chandgude. These statements revealed that internal discord and ongoing differences had been present within the family for some time.
Despite these internal differences, relatives from both sides firmly refused to lodge any formal complaint or level allegations against each other. Family members expressed that the exact sequence of events and the root cause behind what transpired on the hills were known only to the three deceased individuals. Given the absence of any foul play allegations from the family, investigators are finalizing their findings based on the recorded statements and physical circumstances of the incident.
Kalyani's Account: Accident Versus Suicide Claim
A major perspective in the case emerged from the statement of Kalyani, the younger sister of deceased Sangeeta. While initial public discussion centered around the possibility of suicide, Kalyani presented a contrasting account, claiming that the deaths were the result of a tragic accident rather than suicide. According to Kalyani, the couple's son, Kunal, had gone to the Khavadya hills in an effort to resolve the differences between his parents and bring them back together emotionally.
Kalyani stated that Kunal had invited his parents to the hills to talk through their issues and persuade them to reconcile. His father, Muralidhar, also arrived at the location to participate in the conversation. Kalyani claimed that during their interaction on the hill slope, one of them lost balance and slipped, leading to a chain reaction as the others attempted to save each other. Police officials, however, noted that while Kalyani provided this explanation in her statement, it represents her personal claim rather than an official investigative finding by the department.
Clarification on Past Misunderstandings
Following the tragedy, speculative reports had also surfaced suggesting that Kunal had previously left home with suicidal intent. Kalyani refuted these claims by detailing a prior incident from last year. She explained that Kunal had left home temporarily seeking peace of mind and had sent a message to his mother, Sangeeta, explaining his whereabouts. However, Sangeeta did not see the text message immediately, which caused her to panic and approach the Chikalthana police station.
The misunderstanding was resolved at around 11 PM that night at the Chikalthana police station once communication was established, confirming that Kunal was safe. Kalyani emphasized that the past event was misconstrued by commentators and that Kunal's intentions had always been focused on restoring harmony within the family.
Final Police Conclusions and Closure
Senior Police Inspector Rameshwar Gade of the MIDC Waluj police station confirmed that statements from key family members and close acquaintances have been documented. Since no party has submitted a formal complaint or alleged foul play, police have ruled out any external criminal angle or conspiracy. The questions that initially surrounded the incident have thus been addressed through official procedures.
Authorities concluded that the tragedy stems from internal family disputes and situational circumstances on the hills. In the absence of fresh evidence or formal complaints, the police are moving to conclude their investigative report, bringing closure to a case that initially sparked significant public concern.
