Tragic End for Former Solapur Multani Bakery Owner
A somber incident has cast a shadow over Solapur as Sunil Motilal Sadarangani, the 59-year-old former proprietor of the renowned Multani Bakery, passed away on Thursday afternoon after a fall from the 17th floor of an apartment building. The tragic event occurred in the Vijapur Road area of the city, prompting a police investigation.
Police Probe into the Incident
According to Solapur police commissioner M Rajkumar, Sadarangani had recently sold his long-standing bakery business and relocated to Pune. Initial inquiries suggest a deeply personal struggle:
- Family members informed authorities that Sadarangani had been contending with psychological challenges and significant financial debt, which they believe led to his decision.
- However, formal statements from the grieving family are still pending.
- Police have not discovered any signs of foul play so far.
- No suicide note was found at the scene.
Sequence of Events Leading to the Tragedy
The police report details a distressing sequence of events on Thursday:
- Around 2:30 PM, Sadarangani arrived at the apartment complex.
- He parked his vehicle and reportedly used the stairs to reach the upper floors, seemingly to bypass the biometric entry system.
- Initially, he was observed walking along the terrace ledge.
- A vigilant security guard spotted him and managed to bring him down to the 10th floor, attempting to engage him in conversation.
- Sadarangani allegedly dismissed the guard, claiming he needed to retrieve his car keys, and then ascended back to the terrace.
- By the time the security guard returned to the rooftop, Sadarangani had already fallen. He succumbed to his injuries instantly.
His identity was swiftly confirmed by law enforcement using the registration details of his car found at the premises.
A Legacy in Solapur and Family's Grief
The final rites for Sunil Sadarangani were conducted on Friday evening in Solapur. A considerable gathering of mourners attended the crematorium, reflecting the deep roots his family had in the community. As a third-generation resident of Solapur, his family's history was well-known.
A close relative, speaking to local media, shed more light on Sadarangani's background:
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Community | Sindhi community |
| Bakery Origin | Started by his father, Motilal, who established the famous Multani Bakery |
| Other Business | The family also operated a flour mill |
| Business Succession | Sunil Sadarangani took over the bakery after his father's demise |
| Reason for Sale | Sold the business due to overwhelming debt |
| Family | Survived by two sons; one resides abroad, and the other is in Pune, where Sunil had moved four years ago. |
This tragic incident underscores the profound impact of mental health struggles and financial pressures, leaving the Solapur community in shock and mourning.
