Bus overturns on Lucknow-Ayodhya highway: Over 30 injured, 2 critical; driver accused of drunk driving, negligence
The bus lost control and overturned, resulting in injuries to more than 30 passengers, with two reported to be in critical condition.
The sudden commotion on the highway drew local villagers to the scene, who immediately began efforts to rescue passengers trapped inside the bus.
Upon receiving information about the accident, police and administrative officials promptly arrived at the site.
After approximately an hour of strenuous efforts, all injured passengers were extricated from the bus and transported to the Ramsanehighat Community Health Center.
Two critically injured referred to district hospital
Dr. Amresh Verma, Superintendent of the Community Health Center, reported that over 30 injured individuals received treatment at the facility. Among them, two passengers, due to the severity of their injuries, were referred to the district hospital for advanced care.
Driver accused of negligence and intoxication
According to the injured passengers, the bus driver had stopped at a roadside eatery during the journey and consumed alcohol.
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Subsequently, he drove the bus at high speed in a reckless manner. In the Ramsanehighat area, he lost control, causing the bus to overturn on the highway.
The accident scene was chaotic, with local residents, police, and administrative officials working tirelessly to assist the injured. Sub-Divisional Magistrate Anurag Singh and Circle Officer Jatashankar Mishra were instrumental in restoring traffic flow on the highway.
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