Archive · 5 Sep 2026
Varsha Gaikwad Seeks Strict Action After Bandra Boy’s Death
An eight-year-old boy named Ansh Gupta died in a car accident in Bandra West.
A woman was allegedly driving the car involved in the crash.
Varsha Gaikwad visited Ansh’s parents after the tragedy.
She asked the police to take strong action.
She said the person responsible should face strict punishment.
She also said an FIR should not be the end of the case.
Gaikwad asked the chief minister to help the grieving family.
She wants drivers to understand that reckless driving can seriously hurt or kill people.
Mumbai Congress president and MP Varsha Gaikwad demanded strict action against the woman allegedly driving in the fatal Bandra West accident.
The crash claimed the life of eight-year-old Ansh Gupta, his family’s only son.
Gaikwad visited Ansh’s parents and offered condolences and assistance.
She said registering an FIR alone must not allow the accused to avoid accountability.
Gaikwad urged Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis to intervene, support the family financially and ensure justice.
- Who
- Eight-year-old Ansh Gupta died; MP Varsha Gaikwad called for action against the woman allegedly driving the car.
- What
- A fatal road accident led to demands for strict punishment and continued police accountability.
- Where
- Bandra West, Mumbai.
- Why
- Gaikwad said reckless driving can cost lives and urged authorities to ensure justice for Ansh’s family.
- Victim
- Eight-year-old Ansh Gupta
- Location
- Bandra West, Mumbai
- Fatality
- The accident claimed Ansh Gupta’s life
- Political response
- MP Varsha Gaikwad demanded stringent action
- Police action
- An FIR has been registered
- Family request
- Gaikwad urged assistance and substantial financial support for the bereaved family
- Government urged
- Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis was asked to intervene