In a tragic incident today on National Highway-16 near Langaleswar in Ganjam’s Khallikote area, a bus named Balunkeshwar, traveling from Bhubaneswar to Aska, collided with a truck, leaving over 30 passengers injured.
Several individuals sustained serious injuries, with the critically injured were rushed to Khallikote Hospital for urgent medical care. Those with minor injuries were provided with first aid and arranged transport to reach their destinations safely.
The driver, conductor, and helper of the bus fled the scene following the collision, compounding the distress of the injured passengers. Local authorities arrived swiftly, initiating an investigation into the circumstances of the accident. The event has once again raised concerns about road safety on the bustling highway.
As the injured recover, the incident serves as a grim reminder of the need for enhanced road safety measures to prevent such unfortunate occurrences.
