BEST Bus Loses Control in Andheri West, Hits Multiple Vehicles
A Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport (BEST) bus crashed into several vehicles in Andheri West on Friday, leaving multiple people injured. The accident occurred near the Andheri railway station, a busy area, leading to panic and traffic disruption.
Details of the Incident
The bus, operated by BEST, reportedly lost control and rammed into cars, auto-rickshaws, and two-wheelers. According to officials, at least 10 people sustained injuries and were rushed to nearby hospitals. The injured include passengers of the bus and occupants of other vehicles. The exact cause of the accident is being investigated, but preliminary reports suggest a brake failure.
Emergency Response and Traffic Impact
Emergency services, including ambulances and police, arrived at the scene. The injured were taken to Cooper Hospital and other medical facilities. Traffic in the area was severely affected, with vehicles stranded for hours. BEST officials have assured an inquiry into the incident.
Eyewitness Accounts
An eyewitness said, "The bus was speeding and suddenly swerved. It hit multiple vehicles before stopping. It was chaotic." Another witness added, "People were screaming. We helped some injured out of the cars."
BEST Bus Accidents in Mumbai
This is not the first such incident. Mumbai has witnessed several BEST bus accidents in recent years, often due to rash driving or mechanical failure. The city's public transport system faces scrutiny over safety measures.
