Relatives of victims in a Maharashtra hill tragedy dispute claims circulating online about an alleged iPhone and EMI payments. NDTV reports that Sangita’s sister, Pallavi Patil, describes the story as a “rumour,” saying people spreading it “know nothing.”
The reporting centers on competing narratives about the cause or circumstances surrounding the tragedy, with online speculation drawing attention. While the family’s statement challenges the specific iPhone-EMI claim, the wider accounts of what led to the incident are presented without endorsing that particular allegation. The controversy highlights how misinformation can spread alongside ongoing investigations and public discussion.
Across sources, the common point is the presence of rumours being discussed publicly, and the family’s decision to publicly refute at least one version of those rumours. However, outlets differ in how much broader context they provide about the investigation and verified details, focusing instead on the family’s rebuttal to the specific claim.
