Bus Overturns in Himachal Pradesh, Injuring 28 People
28 injured as bus overturns in Himachal Pradesh's Kangra
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A private bus overturned in Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, injuring at least 28 people, including the driver. The incident occurred on the Pathankot-Mandi National Highway after the driver reportedly suffered a sudden heart attack, leading to loss of control. Four individuals are critically injured and receiving advanced treatment.
- 0128 people were injured in the bus accident in Kangra district.
- 02The driver experienced sudden chest pain, possibly a heart attack.
- 03The accident occurred around 11 am on the Pathankot-Mandi National Highway.
- 04Four critically injured individuals have been referred for advanced treatment.
- 05An investigation has been initiated by the police to determine the cause.
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On May 3, a private bus overturned in Nurpur, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, injuring 28 people. The accident occurred around 11 am on the Pathankot-Mandi National Highway while the bus was traveling from Chamba to Una. Preliminary reports indicate that the driver, Manjeet Singh, suffered a sudden heart attack, causing him to lose control of the vehicle. Among the injured, four individuals, including the driver and three others aged 2 to 43 years, have been critically injured and are being treated at the Dr Rajendra Prasad Government Medical College in Tanda, Kangra district. Local residents assisted in rescuing the injured following the incident. The police have registered a case and are investigating the circumstances surrounding the accident.
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This incident raises concerns about passenger safety and emergency medical response in the region.
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