Rescue efforts were hindered by the challenging conditions at the accident site.
Bathinda Road Bus Accident Death Toll Latest News Today: In a heart-wrenching accident, a private bus carrying passengers plunged into a dirty drain near Jeevan Singh Wala in Bathinda, leaving eight people dead and many others injured.
Details of the Incident
The accident occurred due to the absence of a protective railing on the bridge, which caused the bus to veer off the road and fall into the drain. Eyewitnesses reported chaos as passengers screamed for help. Local residents and passersby rushed to the scene, attempting to rescue those trapped inside the submerged vehicle.
Emergency services were quickly dispatched to the area, and the injured passengers were transported to nearby hospitals for medical attention. However, rescue efforts were hindered by the challenging conditions at the accident site.
Bathinda Road Bus Accident Death Toll Latest News Today: Authorities Respond
The local administration has expressed condolences to the families of the deceased and assured an investigation into the accident. Officials have highlighted the urgent need to address infrastructural deficiencies, such as missing railings on bridges, to prevent such tragedies in the future.
"The absence of a railing on the bridge is a glaring oversight that has led to this devastating accident," said a senior official from the district administration.
Ongoing Rescue Operations
Rescue operations are continuing as authorities work to ensure no passengers remain trapped. The exact number of injured individuals is yet to be confirmed, but initial reports indicate that several are in critical condition.
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