Lucknow: At least three people were killed and 45 others injured after a passenger bus overturned on the Lucknow-Agra Expressway in Uttar Pradesh on Monday morning. The bus, which was travelling from Rewari in Rajasthan to Chhapra in Bihar, reportedly lost control and fell into a gorge in the Para police station area of Lucknow.
The injured passengers were rushed to nearby hospitals, where they are undergoing treatment. According to officials, the bus was carrying around 50 to 60 passengers at the time of the accident.
Following the incident, a large police force reached the spot. Teams from the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) and the fire department also joined the rescue operation and evacuated passengers from the overturned vehicle.
CM Yogi Adityanath Directs Officials to Expedite Rescue Operations
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath took cognisance of the bus accident and directed officials to reach the spot immediately and speed up relief and rescue operations.
The Chief Minister also instructed authorities to remain in contact with the families of those affected and ensure that all possible assistance is provided. He wished the injured passengers a speedy recovery.
Brajesh Pathak Visits Injured at Lucknow Hospitals
Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister and Health Minister Brajesh Pathak visited the hospitals to enquire about the condition of the injured passengers. He directed officials to ensure that all victims receive proper medical treatment.
Speaking to reporters, Pathak said the serious accident occurred near the first toll plaza on the Lucknow side of the Lucknow-Agra Expressway between 6 am and 6:30 am on Monday.
He said one passenger was brought dead to the King George’s Medical University (KGMU) Trauma Centre, while two others were declared dead at Lok Bandhu Hospital.
According to Pathak, 31 injured passengers were admitted to Lok Bandhu Hospital, while 13 others were undergoing treatment at the KGMU Trauma Centre.
The Health Minister said arrangements were being made to ensure proper treatment for all the injured. The district administration was also contacting the families of the victims.
Investigation Ordered Into Lucknow-Agra Expressway Accident
An investigation has been ordered to determine the exact cause of the accident.
Police, SDRF and fire department personnel carried out rescue operations at the site after the bus overturned. The injured passengers were shifted to hospitals for treatment.
Further details regarding the circumstances that led to the bus losing control are awaited.