A routine walk home from school turned into an unimaginable tragedy for a family in Mansa, Punjab, when a Punjab Roadways bus claimed the lives of two young sisters and left their father and brother battling critical injuries.
The horrific incident occurred on Thursday when the family of four was returning from their local school. According to eyewitness accounts, a Punjab Roadways bus operating on the Mansa-Barnala route lost control and plowed into the helpless family.
Young Lives Cut Short
The two sisters, identified as 14-year-old Manpreet Kaur and her 12-year-old sister Harpreet Kaur, succumbed to their injuries at the scene. The young students were described by neighbors as bright and cheerful children who excelled in their studies.
Family's Fight for Survival
The girls' father, Balwinder Singh, and their younger brother sustained severe injuries in the collision. Emergency services rushed the critically injured to Mansa's local hospital, where medical teams are fighting to save their lives. Doctors have described their condition as "extremely critical."
Community in Mourning
The tragic incident has sent shockwaves through the close-knit community of Mansa. Local residents gathered at the accident site, expressing outrage and grief over the recurring road safety issues in the area. Many questioned the driving standards and maintenance of state-run buses.
Official Response and Investigation
Local authorities have launched a comprehensive investigation into the circumstances that led to this devastating accident. Police officials confirmed that the bus driver has been taken into custody and is being questioned about the incident.
This tragedy highlights the urgent need for improved road safety measures and stricter enforcement of traffic regulations in Punjab, particularly around school zones and residential areas.
