Teen Kunal Chandwade Falls to Death After Cliff Jump in Maharashtra; Mother’s Pleas Captured on Video

A teenage boy identified as Kunal Chandwade lost his life after jumping from a steep cliff in a hilly area of Maharashtra. Rescue teams reached the site after locals reported the incident, but Kunal did not return to safety despite hours of urging.

Video footage released online shows Kunal standing near the edge while his mother, Sangeeta Chandwade, called out from a lower slope, pleading for him to step back. The emotional exchange, captured by bystanders, highlights the intense bond between mother and son in the moments before the tragedy.

Authorities have opened an investigation to determine the exact circumstances that led to the fatal jump. Police are questioning witnesses and reviewing the video evidence to rule out any foul play and to understand whether safety measures were lacking in the area.

The incident has sparked a wave of grief on social media, with many users expressing condolences and urging better safety signage on popular hill spots.

The investigation remains ongoing, and officials have promised to release further findings once the inquiry is complete.