Nashik: In a tragic incident on Wednesday, a bus in Nashik skidded off the road and fell into a gorge in Nashik. This unfortunate accident happened when the driver lost control of the vehicle, which skidded off the road and caused a major accident. At least 18 persons were injured in the incident, following which local authorities reacted immediately.
what actually happened?
A bus operated by the State Transport Corporation met with an accident near Saputara Hill in Nashik. Due to the high speed, the bus skidded off the road but got stuck in the bushes as soon as it descended into the valley.
A woman lost her life during the incident, while 16 others were injured. The condition of six of them is critical. The seriously injured persons have been referred to City Hospital for further treatment.
The accident happened at around 7:30 in the morning. There were a total of 22 passengers including the conductor and driver in the bus.
Local residents and administration immediately started relief and rescue operations at the spot. Superintendent of Police and State Minister Dada Bhuse were also present at the spot.
Injured passengers rushed to hospitals
The injured persons were immediately taken to the nearest hospital for medical aid. Officials are probing the cause of the accident, in which over speeding is believed to be the primary reason.
The Transport Department should take appropriate steps to ensure the safety of passengers and prevent such accidents in future.
It is important for the concerned authorities to conduct a thorough investigation and take necessary steps to prevent such accidents in future.
The government should also emphasize the importance of road safety and increase awareness among drivers to prevent speeding and ensure the well-being of passengers.