Chaos Unfolds in Salt Lake Area as Buses Battle for Supremacy
In a shocking incident that unfolded in the Salt Lake area of Kolkata, a road accident sent shockwaves through the city. An over-speeding bus collided with a car at a cross junction, leaving at least ten people injured. The harrowing visuals of this accident have now emerged online, highlighting the dangers of overtaking and over-speeding.
The Terrifying Collision
On a fateful Monday morning around 7 a.m. on October 2, the peaceful Salt Lake Sector V, an IT hub in the state, bore witness to a dramatic and alarming incident. The video recording of the accident captures a bus dramatically colliding with a car on its route, subsequently dragging the vehicle to the other side of the roadway. Within seconds, the passenger bus overturned, resulting in multiple injuries.
3rd Oct, 2023. Kolkata Sector 5 bus accident pic.twitter.com/nbNQuAL0jC
— Saddam Hossain (@bestheart0027) October 4, 2023
The Unruly Race
The bus in question was carrying around 30 passengers when the accident occurred. According to reports, the accident was triggered when two buses attempted to overtake each other in a reckless manner. Police officials were quick to point out that both vehicles were driving in an unruly fashion, endangering the lives of those on board as well as other commuters.
With all due respect to people involved in the accident, which damn car is this that turned over the bus? pic.twitter.com/CcWrS7vRwH
— Rishi Bagree (@rishibagree) October 5, 2023
Immediate Medical Attention
Following the accident, all injured individuals received prompt medical attention at a nearby hospital. It is fortunate that medical assistance was readily available to attend to the wounded victims. However, the incident serves as a stark reminder of the consequences of reckless driving and the urgent need for traffic safety measures.
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A Probe into the Incident
In the wake of this horrifying accident, authorities have initiated a thorough investigation. The objective is to ascertain the exact circumstances that led to the collision and to determine whether any negligence or violations contributed to the incident. The findings of this investigation will be crucial in preventing similar accidents in the future.
In conclusion, this unfortunate incident in Kolkata serves as a stark reminder of the perils of over-speeding and reckless driving. It is imperative that both commuters and public transport operators prioritize safety on the road. Let this incident be a lesson that road safety rules and regulations exist for a reason – to protect lives and prevent tragedies like this from occurring.
Remember, safe driving saves lives.
