A tragic accident at a key bus terminal in Jaipur claimed the life of a Rajasthan State Road Transport Corporation (RSRTC) employee on Monday afternoon. The conductor died on the spot after being struck by a reversing roadways bus within the premises of the Sindhi Camp bus stand.
Details of the Tragic Incident
Officials from the Sindhi Camp bus stand, a major RSRTC terminal in the Pink City, stated that the unfortunate event occurred around 3:15 pm on Monday. The incident took place in the parking area of the bus stand when a bus was in the process of reversing. Preliminary reports indicate that the conductor was not on duty at the time of the accident.
Official Response and Immediate Actions
Rakesh Rai, the Chief Manager of the Sindhi Camp bus terminal, addressed the media regarding the incident. He described it as an unfortunate accident and outlined the steps taken by the authorities. "After we learnt about the incident, we immediately informed the local police, who lodged a complaint," stated Rai.
He further confirmed that departmental action will be taken against the driver who was operating the reversing bus. This indicates that an internal investigation by the RSRTC is underway alongside the police inquiry.
Aftermath and Ongoing Procedures
The immediate aftermath saw the police being summoned to the scene to initiate formal proceedings. The focus now lies on the dual tracks of investigation:
- The police complaint and subsequent legal process.
- The internal departmental action promised by the RSRTC management against the driver involved.
The accident has cast a pall over the busy transport hub, highlighting safety concerns within operational areas of major terminals. The identity of the deceased conductor has been withheld pending notification of his family.
