The bus reportedly went out of control near an overbridge, crashed into the structure and overturned into fields along the roadside. Three people lost their lives in the accident, while more than 10 passengers sustained injuries.
Following the accident, the injured passengers were rushed to the Civil Hospital in Sangrur. As many as 10 passengers, whose condition was reported to be critical, were referred to Rajindra Hospital in Patiala for further treatment. The remaining injured passengers are undergoing treatment at the local civil hospital.
Bus Was Heading From Sangrur to ChandigarhAccording to preliminary information, the PRTC bus had departed from Sangrur on Wednesday morning with passengers travelling towards Chandigarh.
While passing near an overbridge, the bus suddenly went out of the driver’s control. It first collided with the overbridge before overturning into the fields beside the road.
The accident triggered panic at the spot, with passengers crying for help. After receiving information, a police team reached the scene and initiated rescue operations with the assistance of passersby. The injured were subsequently shifted to the nearby Civil Hospital by ambulance.
Police Suspect OverspeedingPolice officer Mehr Singh said the vehicle involved in the accident belonged to PRTC and was carrying a large number of passengers at the time.
He also clarified that the weather was clear when the accident occurred and there was no fog. According to preliminary information and eyewitness accounts, the bus was allegedly travelling at a high speed before the crash.
Police have sent the bodies of the deceased for post-mortem examination and initiated an investigation to determine the exact circumstances leading to the accident.