Key Facts
A private bus traveling from Bilaspur to Mandi overturned near Bhavana on the Bilaspur-Mandi road on Monday afternoon. The accident left 16 passengers injured, though most are reported out of danger. Local residents, police, and administration teams promptly rescued the injured and transported them to the Civil Hospital in Sundernagar.
Details of the Incident
The bus was carrying approximately 20 passengers when it lost control near Bhavana and rolled down the road. Eyewitnesses reported chaos at the scene, with locals immediately starting rescue efforts before authorities arrived. Police and administrative teams reached the spot after receiving information.
Passenger Allegations
Hari Singh, a resident of Salapar, stated that his wife Maya Devi, daughter-in-law Muskan, and neighbor Rekha Devi were on the bus. He alleged that the conductor was driving the bus while the driver was collecting fares from passengers. Police are investigating this claim.
List of Injured
- Chaman Lal (driver), son of Chuhdu Ram, resident of Rajgarh (Balh)
- Babita Yadav, daughter of Karm Singh, resident of Loharadi
- Asha Devi, wife of Karm Singh, resident of Loharadi
- Kanto Devi, wife of Mangat Ram, resident of Dehwin
- Manbharu Devi, wife of Basakhu Ram, resident of Dehwin
- Jaya Devi, wife of Ashok Kumar, resident of Salapar
- Devku Devi, resident of Dehwin
- Roji Devi, wife of Krishnu Ram
- Tanich Devi, wife of Hansraj, resident of Salapar
- Radha Devi, wife of Sunil Kumar
- Surindra Devi, wife of Balkrishna
- Muskan, wife of Naresh Kumar
- Rekha Devi, wife of late Sada Ram
- Maya Devi, wife of Hari Singh
- Chinta Devi, resident of Lot Gohar
Official Response
Sundernagar MLA Rakesh Jamwal visited the hospital to check on the injured and spoke with doctors and administrative officials about treatment. Kanungo Mahesh, posted in the Naib Tehsildar office, said instructions have been given to Patwari Jadol to provide immediate relief.
DSP Bharat Bhushan of Sundernagar stated that preliminary investigation reveals overspeeding as the main cause of the accident. A case has been registered against the driver, and all aspects are being investigated. SDM Amar Negi added that the bus met with an accident while saving a biker.
What Readers Should Know
The accident highlights concerns about reckless driving on hilly roads. Authorities are probing both overspeeding and the allegation that the conductor was driving. Most injured are stable, but one was referred for a CT scan. The administration has assured relief measures for the victims.
FAQ
How many people were injured in the Mandi bus accident?
16 passengers were injured, out of around 20 on board.
What caused the bus to overturn near Bhavana?
Preliminary investigation points to overspeeding. Some passengers allege the conductor was driving while the driver collected fares.
Where were the injured taken for treatment?
All injured were rushed to the Civil Hospital in Sundernagar. One was referred for a CT scan.