Bus Overturns in Dayalachak, Kathua: Multiple Injuries Reported.
||Black and White Digital News ||
||Tejveer Singh July 09,2024 ||
Kathua, Dayalachak: In a harrowing incident, a passenger bus overturned in the middle of the road in Dayalachak, Kathua district, leaving several people injured. The bus, filled with passengers, was traveling on the Jammu-Kathua route when it met with the accident on the Jammu-Pathankot National Highway.
Incident Details:The accident occurred when the bus collided with a load carrier auto. The impact caused the bus to lose control, mount the railing on the side of the highway, and ultimately overturn in the middle of the road. The collision resulted in multiple injuries among the passengers.
Immediate Response and Rescue Efforts:
As the news of the accident spread, local residents quickly sprang into action. They rushed to the scene, helping to rescue passengers trapped inside the overturned bus. The injured passengers were promptly taken to the Sub-District Hospital in Hiranagar for medical treatment.
Police and Authorities’ Involvement:
Upon receiving the information about the accident, DSP Border Dheeraj Singh Katoch and SHO Hiranagar Arun, along with a significant police force, arrived at the site to manage the situation and ensure the safety of the injured passengers. The police have started an investigation into the exact cause of the accident and the circumstances leading to it.
Medical Treatment and Current Status:
The injured passengers are currently receiving treatment at the Sub-District Hospital in Hiranagar. Medical staff are providing the necessary care to ensure the quick recovery of those affected by this unfortunate incident.
Road Safety Concerns
This incident highlights ongoing concerns regarding road safety on the Jammu-Pathankot National Highway. Frequent accidents on this route call for stricter enforcement of traffic regulations and improved road safety measures to prevent such occurrences in the future.
The overturning of the bus in Dayalachak, Kathua, serves as a stark reminder of the vulnerabilities in our road safety infrastructure. Immediate rescue efforts by locals and swift action by the authorities have undoubtedly minimized the casualties, but it underscores the need for ongoing vigilance and improvements in traffic management to safeguard lives. The investigation into the accident’s cause will be crucial in addressing the factors that led to this tragic event.
