KSRTC Bus Accident on Bengaluru-Mysuru Highway Leaves 19 Passengers Injured
A serious road accident involving a Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) bus resulted in injuries to nineteen passengers on Wednesday. The bus was traveling from Bengaluru to Virajpet when it met with the mishap on the service road of the busy Bengaluru-Mysuru National Highway.
Details of the Accident Near Maddur
The incident occurred near K Kodihalli in Maddur taluk, where the driver allegedly lost control of the vehicle. According to preliminary reports, the bus veered off the road and crashed violently into an underpass bridge. This sudden impact caused significant panic and distress among the passengers onboard.
Local residents and passers-by immediately rushed to the accident spot to provide assistance. They played a crucial role in helping shift the injured passengers to Maddur General Hospital for urgent medical treatment.
Condition of the Injured Passengers
Hospital authorities provided an update on the condition of the injured individuals. Among the nineteen passengers, one woman identified as Jayamma, aged 50 and from Channapatna, sustained serious head injuries and required immediate medical attention.
The remaining eighteen passengers suffered only minor injuries in the crash. Medical officials confirmed that all these individuals were reported to be out of danger and receiving appropriate care at the hospital.
Police Investigation and Traffic Impact
Police personnel from the Maddur Traffic police station promptly visited the accident site to conduct a thorough inspection. They initiated preliminary inquiries to determine the exact cause of the accident, which appears to involve driver error leading to loss of vehicle control.
The accident caused substantial disruption to traffic flow in the area. Heavy traffic congestion developed on the service road, with vehicles piling up for nearly one kilometer as emergency responders worked at the scene.
Traffic police later managed to clear the damaged bus from the roadway and regulated vehicle movement effectively. This intervention helped restore normal traffic flow within a relatively short period after the incident.
Legal Proceedings and Ongoing Investigation
A formal case has been registered at the Maddur Traffic police station regarding this accident. Authorities have confirmed that further investigation is currently underway to gather additional details about the circumstances surrounding the crash.
This incident highlights ongoing concerns about road safety on major highways in the region, particularly regarding public transport vehicles that carry numerous passengers on daily routes between cities.
