“Death Only Solution”: Teen’s Chilling Final Words After Sarpanch’s iPhone Offer
Tragic Hill Incident in Maharashtra: A Teenager’s Final Hours
What Happened?
On a Friday afternoon in Maharashtra’s Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar district, a heartbreaking tragedy unfolded on Khavdya Dongar (a hill). An 18-year-old boy named Kunal Chandwade stood near the edge for nearly three hours while his parents, villagers, and rescuers begged him to come back to safety.
IMPORTANT NOTE: This article discusses a sensitive topic involving suicide. If you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out for help immediately. You are not alone.
Timeline of Events
- 10:00 AM – Kunal reaches Khavdya Dongar hill and positions himself dangerously close to the edge.
- 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM – A three-hour standoff begins:
- Kunal’s parents (Murlidhar and Sangeeta) rush to the spot after learning he went to the hill.
- Villagers from Tisgaon gather to help.
- Sanjay Jadhav, the Sarpanch (village head) of Tisgaon, tries to talk Kunal down.
- Fire brigade teams arrive and deploy safety nets below the cliff.
- Final moments – Kunal’s father Murlidhar moves toward his son, hoping to pull him back.
- The tragedy – Kunal suddenly jumps as his father tries to catch him. Both fall to their deaths.
- Around 1:00 PM – Kunal, his father Murlidhar, and his mother Sangeeta all die within moments of each other.
People Involved
| Person | Role | What Happened |
|---|---|---|
| Kunal Chandwade | 18-year-old teenager | Jumped from the hill; died |
| Murlidhar Chandwade | Kunal’s father | Tried to catch Kunal; fell and died |
| Sangeeta Chandwade | Kunal’s mother | Died at the scene (cause not specified in report) |
| Sanjay Jadhav | Sarpanch (village head) of Tisgaon | Tried to persuade Kunal for 3 hours; offered iPhone |
| Pravin Pawar | Police Commissioner | Leading investigation |
| Ratnakar Navale | DCP (Deputy Commissioner of Police) | Confirmed family details |
Rescue Efforts
- Fire brigade teams set up safety nets below the steep cliff
- Complication: Kunal kept shifting his position along the edge, making rescue harder
- Villagers and police from MIDC Waluj station joined the effort
- Sarpanch Sanjay Jadhav tried multiple approaches:
- Pleaded with Kunal to "think of his mother"
- Offered an iPhone to keep him talking and buy time for rescuers
- Nothing worked – Kunal remained determined
KEY INSIGHT: The sarpanch’s iPhone offer wasn’t about the phone – it was a strategy to keep Kunal engaged in conversation so rescuers had more time to reach him safely.
What Led to This?
According to local residents:
- Kunal had been distressed after his parents refused to buy him an expensive mobile phone
- This disagreement appears to have triggered his decision to go to the hill
- His mother Sangeeta talked to him continuously for nearly three hours, urging him to return
- Despite everyone’s efforts, Kunal "remained adamant" (would not change his mind)
Kunal’s final words (as reported by the Sarpanch):
"There is no solution now. There is only one solution."
Aftermath and Investigation
- Police are now trying to establish the exact sequence of events in the final moments
- Police Commissioner Pravin Pawar: "We are trying to establish the exact sequence of events."
- DCP Ratnakar Navale confirmed:
- Family belonged to Dhangar Pimpalgaon village in Jalna district
- Relatives took the bodies to their village after recovery
- Bodies sent for postmortem (medical examination after death)
- Investigators are recording statements from witnesses
IMPORTANT POINTS TO REMEMBER
- Three lives lost in a single tragic incident: an 18-year-old son and both his parents
- Three-hour window where multiple people tried to help – shows how hard it is to reach someone in crisis
- Trigger was a phone dispute – reminds us that seemingly "small" issues can feel enormous to a teenager
- Father died trying to save son – a parent’s instinct to protect
- Investigation ongoing – police are piecing together exactly what happened
Summary
On Friday, an 18-year-old named Kunal Chandwade went to Khavdya Dongar hill in Maharashtra after his parents wouldn’t buy him an expensive phone. For three hours, his parents, the village head (Sarpanch Sanjay Jadhav), villagers, police, and firefighters tried everything to get him to step away from the edge. The Sarpanch even offered an iPhone just to keep him talking. Firefighters set up safety nets, but Kunal kept moving along the cliff.
In the final moments, Kunal’s father Murlidhar tried to grab him – but Kunal jumped, and both fell to their deaths. Kunal’s mother Sangeeta also died at the scene. Police are now investigating exactly what happened. The family was from Jalna district.
This tragedy reminds us: When someone is in deep emotional pain, they may not see other options – even when many people are trying to help.
FAQ
Why did Kunal want to jump?
Local residents say Kunal was upset because his parents refused to buy him an expensive mobile phone. To a teenager, this can feel like a huge deal, even if adults see it differently.
Why couldn’t the rescuers save him in three hours?
Kunal kept changing his position along the cliff edge, making it dangerous for rescuers to approach. The terrain was steep and difficult. The Sarpanch tried to keep him talking (even offering an iPhone) to buy time, but Kunal was determined.
Did the iPhone offer work?
No. The offer was a tactic to keep Kunal engaged in conversation so rescuers had more time. But Kunal said, "There is no solution now. There is only one solution," showing his mind was made up.
What happened to Kunal’s mother?
The report says all three – Kunal, his father Murlidhar, and his mother Sangeeta – died within moments of each other around 1 PM. The exact cause of the mother’s death isn’t specified in the article.
What should someone do if they feel like Kunal did?
Talk to someone immediately. Call a helpline, tell a trusted adult, or go to an emergency room. In India, you can call:
- iCall (TISS): 9152987821 (Mon–Sat, 8 AM–10 PM)
- Vandrevala Foundation: 1860-2662-345 / 1800-2333-330 (24/7)
- AASRA: 91-22-27546669 (24/7)
You matter. Help exists. Please reach out.
If you or someone you know is in crisis, please contact a suicide prevention helpline or emergency services right away.