Guilty Won't Be Spared: CM Shinde Vows Strict Action in BMW Hit-and-Run Case

New Delhi: In response to the tragic hit-and-run incident in Worli, Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has announced measures to support the victim's family and ensure justice is served. "The family of the deceased woman will receive ₹10 lakh as compensation. They will also be provided legal assistance. The accused are facing appropriate legal actions," he stated.

Shinde further mentioned disciplinary actions against Rajesh Shah from Shiv Sena in connection with the incident. "No one is above the law," he emphasized.

What is the Worli hit and run case? 

A BMW car driven by key accused Mihir Shah allegedly rammed into a two-wheeler in the Worli area of south-central Mumbai on Sunday morning, resulting in the death of Kaveri Nakhwa (45), who was riding pillion, while her husband Pradeep survived with injuries.

Mihir's father Rajesh Shah is a Shiv Sena politician from adjoining Palghar district. The party on Wednesday sacked Rajesh Shah as its deputy leader. 

Accused's father sacked from Shiv Sena 

Amid mounting criticism, Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, who heads the Shiv Sena, on Wednesday sacked Rajesh Shah.

A one-line notice by Shiv Sena secretary Sanjay More said Rajesh Shah has been relieved from the post of the party’s deputy leader.

Shah, however, continues to be a member of the Shiv Sena.

The opposition has heavily criticised the Sena over the incident that claimed a woman’s life.

Police had said that Shah, a Sena politician from the adjoining Palghar district, actively ensured Mihir’s escape after the car crash. He is currently out on bail.

Chilling details of the accident emerged in CCTV footage produced by police in the court on Monday.

The footage shows Kaveri Nakhwa being dragged by the BMW for 1.5 kilometres before the car stopped. Mihir and his driver Rajrishi Bidawat pulled the woman off the bonnet, placed her on the road, and swapped seats. While reversing the car, Bidawat ran over the victim before fleeing.

Mihir Shah was arrested on Tuesday. A Mumbai court has extended till July 11 the police custody of Bidawat in the case. 

With PTI inputs