Maharashtra Hill Tragedy: Family Dispute, Not iPhone, Emerges as Key Angle in Deaths of Teen and Parents
Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar: The deaths of a young man and his parents at Khawadya Hill in Maharashtra have taken a new turn. Police are now examining family disputes as a possible reason behind the tragedy.
The victims were identified as Kunal Chandgude and his parents, Murlidhar Chandgude and Sangita Chandgude. The incident occurred in the Tisgaon area of Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar.
Police Question Earlier iPhone Narrative
Initial reports linked the tragedy to an argument over an iPhone and its EMI payments. However, investigators now say the phone may not have been the actual reason.
Assistant Police Inspector Naresh Thakre said the preliminary inquiry pointed towards differences between Kunal’s parents. Police are investigating the wider family circumstances behind the incident.
The development has changed the focus of the investigation. Authorities are now looking closely at the family’s personal and property-related disputes.
Kunal Wanted His Parents to Live Together
According to relatives of Sangita, Kunal strongly wanted his parents to reconcile. The couple had reportedly been living separately for some time.
Family members said Kunal went to the hill in an attempt to persuade his father to return home. He reportedly wanted his parents to stay together again.
Relatives also claimed that disputes between Murlidhar and Sangita had continued for some time. Property-related disagreements were reportedly among the issues affecting the family.
Father Had Stayed Away From Home
Murlidhar was reportedly working for a transport company. Family members said he had stayed away from home for extended periods amid marital and family disagreements.
The couple had also suffered an earlier tragedy. Their elder son reportedly died after an illness around six years ago.
Murlidhar returned home shortly before the hill incident. Police are examining whether the family’s recent circumstances played a role in what happened.
Sangita’s YouTube Video Under Police Scanner
Another important part of the investigation is a video posted by Sangita on her YouTube channel shortly before the tragedy.
In the video, she reportedly spoke about human relationships and the importance of love. She also made serious allegations against some relatives.
Sangita reportedly alleged that members of her extended family had harassed her and created disputes over property. Police are now examining the video and the allegations made in it.
How the Khawadya Hill Tragedy Unfolded
The incident took place on August 21, 2026, at Khawadya Hill in the Tisgaon area.
Kunal reached the hill and reportedly remained near the edge. His parents later arrived after learning about the situation.
Police, firefighters and local residents spent several hours trying to convince him to move away from the cliff. Rescue teams also attempted to bring him to safety.
During the rescue effort, Murlidhar moved closer to his son. Police said the two fell from the hill during the attempt to save Kunal.
Sangita then also fell from the cliff after witnessing the incident. All three died in the tragedy. Their bodies were recovered and sent for post-mortem examination.
Family Rejects Simplified iPhone Explanation
Sangita’s relatives have also rejected claims that the entire tragedy was caused by an iPhone dispute.
Her sister, Pallavi Patil, reportedly urged people not to spread unverified claims about the family. She said people outside the family did not know the complete circumstances.
Police are therefore investigating multiple possible factors instead of treating the phone dispute as the sole trigger.
Investigation Continues
The police inquiry is now focusing on the relationship between Murlidhar and Sangita, alleged property disputes, Sangita’s social-media video and the events immediately before the hill incident.
Investigators are also examining statements from relatives and other people who were present during the rescue operation.
The exact sequence of events and the circumstances that led to the tragedy will become clearer as the investigation progresses.
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