Dehradun Bus Plunge Claims Five Lives in Kalsi Area Gorge Accident
A devastating road accident in Dehradun district resulted in the tragic loss of at least five lives on Tuesday morning. The incident occurred when a passenger bus plunged into a deep gorge at Kuanu on Meenak Road, located in the Kalsi area of Dehradun.
Details of the Tragic Incident
According to official reports from the Dehradun control room, the ill-fated bus was carrying over 30 passengers at the time of the accident. The vehicle, which preliminary investigations indicate belonged to Himachal Roadways, fell into the gorge under circumstances that are still being investigated by authorities.
Immediate Rescue Response
Following the accident notification, multiple State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) teams were immediately mobilized to the accident site. Rescue units from Dakpathar, Chakrata, Mori, and Tyuni were rushed to the location to conduct search and rescue operations and provide emergency assistance to the victims.
Ongoing Investigation and Aftermath
The exact cause of the accident remains under investigation as authorities work to determine what led to the bus plunging into the deep gorge. Rescue operations continued throughout the day as teams worked to ensure all passengers were accounted for and received necessary medical attention.
This tragic incident has once again highlighted the importance of road safety measures in mountainous regions of Uttarakhand, particularly on winding roads like those in the Kalsi area of Dehradun district.
