Tragic Bus Accident in Udhampur District, Jammu and Kashmir Claims Lives
Many feared dead as passenger bus rolls down into gorge in J-K's Udhampur district
Hindustan Times
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At least 10 people are feared dead following a passenger bus accident in Udhampur district, Jammu and Kashmir, India. The bus lost control and fell into a gorge near Kanote village while traveling from Ramnagar to Udhampur. Rescue operations are underway to assist the injured.
- 01At least 10 fatalities are feared from the bus accident.
- 02The accident occurred near Kanote village in Udhampur district.
- 03Rescue operations are being coordinated by local authorities.
- 04Union Minister Jitendra Singh is in contact with local officials.
- 05Injured individuals are being transported to medical facilities.
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A tragic bus accident in Udhampur district, Jammu and Kashmir, India, has resulted in at least 10 people feared dead and several others injured. The incident occurred on Monday near Kanote village when a passenger bus traveling from Ramnagar to Udhampur lost control and plunged into a gorge. Local authorities launched immediate rescue operations, with Union Minister Jitendra Singh confirming his communication with Udhampur Deputy Commissioner Minga Sherpa regarding the situation. Singh noted that heavy casualties are expected and that all possible assistance is being provided, including arrangements to airlift critically injured individuals. The injured are being transported to nearby medical facilities for treatment, and further details about the incident are still awaited.
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This accident highlights the dangers of road travel in hilly areas, prompting calls for improved safety measures.
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