Minibus fire in Pune kills four employees; accusations arise

The owner of Vyoma Graphics, Niten Shah, has confirmed that the driver's salary was paid on time. This statement comes after a tragic incident on March 19, where a minibus fire killed four employees. The fire is believed to have been started by the driver, Janardhan Humbardekar, who allegedly had grievances with the company. Hinjewadi police have filed charges against Humbardekar, who is 56 years old and lives in Warje. They say he set fire to the bus due to ongoing disputes with the employees he was transporting. According to police reports, he claimed he was frustrated with delays in his salary and the demands placed on him. Shah expressed his shock over the incident, stating the company is cooperating fully with the ongoing police investigation. He also mentioned that they are helping with medical treatment for the injured employees. The police reported that a post-mortem revealed the cause of death for the four victims was shock due to burns. Humbardekar's family is defending him, alleging that the police investigation is flawed. They argue that he was unable to give a proper statement at the hospital due to his condition. His wife, Neha, raised concerns about how he could transport a flammable chemical into the secure company premises. Deputy Commissioner of Police Vishal Gaikwad responded to these claims. He confirmed that the investigation is thorough and evidence has been collected, including testimonies from other employees. Humbardekar is currently in medical detention and will be taken into custody after his discharge from the hospital.