Pune Police Rescue Missing Truck Driver From Puja Khedkar’s House

✍️ By Prashant for PuneriPages.in

Honestly, this one feels straight out of a crime drama, but it actually happened right here in Pune. Police rescued a missing truck driver from the Kondhwa residence of none other than sacked IAS officer Puja Khedkar. The driver had apparently gone missing after a financial dispute involving a car sale, and what followed shocked everyone.

From a Missing Complaint to a Shocking Discovery

The story kicked off when the driver’s family filed a missing person’s complaint with Hingna Police in Nagpur Rural. When he suddenly stopped answering calls, panic set in. Using phone location tracking, the police were led all the way to Pune.

That’s where things turned intense. Kondhwa Police joined the operation, raided Khedkar’s residence, and actually found the driver confined inside. Imagine the family’s relief—and the public’s disbelief—when the news broke.

The Dispute That Started It All

According to the investigation so far, the driver had helped Khedkar sell a car. But when it came to settling payments, things reportedly went sour. Hoping to collect what was due, the driver travelled to Pune. Instead of money, he allegedly ended up being held captive.

Who Exactly is Puja Khedkar?

If the name rings a bell, it’s because Khedkar has been in the headlines before. She was an IAS probationer who got sacked earlier this year. The reason? Allegedly misusing documents to claim reserved category benefits. Even the President approved her dismissal after the Centre’s recommendation.

Ever since, her name keeps popping up in controversies—and now, this incident adds yet another twist.

Police Step In

After rescuing the driver, Kondhwa Police wasted no time. They’ve registered a case against Khedkar and others allegedly involved, slapping charges related to wrongful confinement. The investigation is still on, and as always, the final picture will only emerge once all details are verified.

Final Word

To be honest, this case has left Pune buzzing. A missing truck driver being found in the house of a former IAS officer is not something you hear every day. For now, the police are digging deeper, and we’ll have to wait and see what more unfolds.