Pune, September 3 (Daily Kiran) : Anish Avadhia’s parents, Savita and Om Avadhia, visited Pune to meet with Police Commissioner Amitesh Kumar regarding the investigation into their son’s tragic death in a Porsche accident. They expressed their heartfelt gratitude to the people of Pune and the media for their unwavering support during this difficult time.
Savita Avadhia stated, “I came here to thank Mr. Amitesh. The people of Pune, the entire Maharashtra, and the media have supported us from the beginning. I sincerely thank them. I hope that no one else has to endure such a tragedy, but if they do, I urge everyone to support them for justice.” She emphasized the need for the legal age of adulthood to be lowered from 18 to 16, citing concerns about minors engaging in dangerous behaviors like drug use, drinking, and driving.
When asked if she would formally petition the government, Savita expressed her desire for the media to convey their message to the authorities. She hopes that a letter from the police commissioner will reach the Prime Minister or President, prompting legislative action on the issue.
Regarding the investigation, Savita is optimistic, stating it is progressing well. She recounted the painful experience of waiting 52 hours to see her son’s body, which had begun to decompose. “If the government had provided some assistance, I could have given my child a proper farewell,” she lamented.
Om Avadhia, who traveled from Madhya Pradesh, echoed his wife’s calls for reform, reiterating the need to lower the age of adulthood. He highlighted the alarming frequency of violent incidents involving minors and the necessity for legal changes to instill fear of consequences.
On the matter of Sunil Tingre receiving a clean chit, Om stated that if the police conducted a thorough investigation and deemed it appropriate, he would not contest it. He urged that this case be used as a precedent for hit-and-run and drunk driving incidents, suggesting that visible accountability for affluent offenders could deter such behavior.
Reflecting on his son, Om shared that Anish was the eldest in the family and was affectionately called “Dada” by younger relatives. He expressed a deep sense of loss, noting how dreams of travel and family gatherings have been shattered. He concluded by thanking the people of Pune for their support, affirming that the Marathi community has shown they are compassionate and united.
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