KSRTC bus overturns after lorry collision near Nandi Hills
A Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) bus toppled over after being struck by a lorry near Nandi Hills on Sunday, leaving three passengers injured. The incident occurred on the road connecting Nandi Hills to Chikkaballapur, a route frequently used by tourists and locals.
The injured passengers were immediately rushed to a private hospital in Muddenahalli, where medical personnel diagnosed one individual with a hand fracture. The other two victims sustained minor injuries and are reported to be in stable condition. KSRTC officials confirmed that all three are receiving treatment and are out of danger.
Details of the accident
According to preliminary reports from the KSRTC, the bus was traveling from Chikkaballapur towards Nandi Hills when a lorry, allegedly speeding, collided with the bus from the side. The impact caused the bus to veer off the road and overturn onto its side. Local residents and passersby assisted in rescuing the passengers before emergency services arrived.
Police have registered a case and are investigating the circumstances leading to the crash. The lorry driver fled the scene after the accident, and authorities are searching for him. Witnesses stated that the lorry was attempting to overtake another vehicle when it lost control and hit the bus.
Impact and response
The accident temporarily disrupted traffic on the busy route, but authorities cleared the road within a few hours. KSRTC officials have assured that they will cooperate fully with the investigation and have initiated an internal inquiry to determine if any negligence on the part of the bus driver contributed to the incident.
This incident highlights the need for stricter enforcement of traffic rules on state highways, especially on routes leading to popular tourist destinations like Nandi Hills. Local residents have long complained about reckless driving by heavy vehicles in the area.
KSRTC has urged passengers to remain calm and assured that all necessary medical expenses for the injured will be covered by the corporation. The bus, which was en route to its scheduled stop, had around 20 passengers at the time of the accident, but most escaped without serious harm.
