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Deadly Bus Crash in Karbi Anglong Claims One Life and Injures Many

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Deadly Bus Crash in Karbi Anglong Claims One Life and Injures Many
Passenger Bus Accident Near Holy Cross School in Karbi Anglong District Claims One Life and Leaves Dozens Injured
BAKULIA, Karbi Anglong - November 06, 2023: A serene Sunday afternoon took a dark turn when a passenger bus, identified by its Registration No. AS 02 DC 3204, met with a horrifying accident near Holy Cross School, Disobai, within the jurisdiction of Bakuliaghat police station in Karbi Anglong District.

This tragic incident has resulted in the loss of one life, and around a dozen individuals have sustained injuries. Eyewitnesses and passengers on board have provided harrowing accounts, alleging that the bus driver was engrossed in a phone call, leading to an abrupt loss of control. This, in turn, caused the bus to swerve off the road and plunge into a deep ditch. The bus had embarked on its journey from Dimapur and was en route to Nagaon.

The shockwaves of this tragic incident reverberate through the community, leaving families in grief and passengers in pain. The fatality and the injured passengers were expeditiously transported to Bakulia Hospital for immediate medical attention, where dedicated healthcare professionals are tirelessly tending to their needs.

Local authorities have launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding this unfortunate accident. This incident serves as a stark reminder of the critical need for responsible driving and heightened vigilance among bus operators to ensure the safety and well-being of their passengers.

As the community mourns the loss of one life and offers prayers for the swift recovery of the injured, this tragic accident compels us all to reflect on the paramount importance of road safety. It underscores the shared responsibility that all motorists and transportation providers bear in ensuring the safety and security of those who rely on their services.