A tragic road accident near Bengaluru's Banashankari area claimed two lives late on Tuesday night when a mini bus rammed into two two-wheelers. The incident occurred near the Banashankari 2nd Stage bus stop, leaving two persons dead and one injured.
Accident Details
According to police, the mini bus was traveling at high speed when it lost control and hit the two-wheelers. The victims were identified as Ravi, 32, and Manjunath, 28, both residents of the nearby locality. The injured person, Suresh, 35, has been admitted to a nearby hospital and is said to be out of danger.
Police Investigation
The Banashankari traffic police have registered a case and launched an investigation. The driver of the mini bus has been detained for questioning. Preliminary reports suggest that the driver may have been under the influence of alcohol, but this is yet to be confirmed.
Eyewitnesses reported that the mini bus was speeding and swerved dangerously before the collision. The impact was so severe that one of the two-wheelers was dragged for several meters. Local residents rushed to the spot and helped shift the injured to the hospital.
Reactions and Safety Concerns
The incident has once again raised concerns about road safety in the city. Residents of Banashankari have demanded stricter enforcement of traffic rules and speed limits. "Such accidents are becoming common due to reckless driving. The authorities must take immediate action," said a local resident.
Senior police officials visited the spot and assured stringent action against the guilty. They have also urged the public to follow traffic norms and report any violations.
The bodies of the deceased have been sent for post-mortem, and further investigations are underway.
