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Tour Leader from Nagpur Dies After Falling into Pit While Rescuing Bag from Monkey at Pachamadh Viewpoint
✍️ Amar Ujala · Madhya Pradesh
🗓 06 Nov 2026, 06:31 PM
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A Nagpur resident and tour leader, Vijay Nayak, was killed on the spot after falling into a deep pit at Priyadarshini View Point in Pachamadh while attempting to retrieve a bag from a monkey. He was guiding a group of 20 children.
A 45‑year‑old tour leader from Nagpur, Vijay Nayak, died on the spot after falling into a deep pit at Priyadarshini View Point in Pachamadh, Madhya Pradesh. The incident occurred while Nayak was attempting to rescue a bag that had been snatched by a monkey.
The Priyadarshini View Point, located on the outskirts of Narmadapuram, is a popular spot for tourists and local visitors. The pit, which was not clearly marked, posed a significant hazard.
Nayak was escorting a group of 20 school children when the accident happened. According to witnesses, he lost his balance during the rescue attempt and plunged into the pit.
Local authorities responded quickly, but the tour leader was pronounced dead at the scene. Rescue teams are investigating the circumstances of the fall and reviewing safety measures at the viewpoint.
The Priyadarshini View Point, located on the outskirts of Narmadapuram, is a popular spot for tourists and local visitors. The pit, which was not clearly marked, posed a significant hazard.
Nayak was escorting a group of 20 school children when the accident happened. According to witnesses, he lost his balance during the rescue attempt and plunged into the pit.
Local authorities responded quickly, but the tour leader was pronounced dead at the scene. Rescue teams are investigating the circumstances of the fall and reviewing safety measures at the viewpoint.