A major road accident was reported on Sunday night on Kapurthala Road in Jalandhar after a private bus collided with an Innova car. Fortunately, despite the severity of the impact, no casualties or injuries were reported, and all passengers travelling in both vehicles escaped safely. The accident took place in the Basti Bawa Khel police station area. The accident took place on the Sunday night
Preliminary investigation
According to eyewitnesses and preliminary information, the private bus was travelling from Jalandhar towards Kapurthala when it collided with an Innova coming from the opposite direction. The exact cause of the collision is yet to be determined, and police have launched an investigation to ascertain whether the crash was caused by negligence, overspeeding, or any other factor. The impact of the collision was so intense that the front portion of the Innova became lodged underneath the bus. Both vehicles sustained significant damage, particularly the Innova, whose front section was extensively crushed. The accident also resulted in heavy traffic congestion on Kapurthala Road, with long queues of vehicles forming as the damaged vehicles blocked a part of the roadway.
Efforts by the locals
Local residents and passers-by rushed to the scene immediately after the collision and informed the police. A team from Basti Bawa Khel Police Station, along with officials from Police Post No. 2, reached the spot within a short time. Officers managed the situation, dispersed the gathering crowd, and supervised the removal of both damaged vehicles to restore the smooth flow of traffic.
Mutual discussion between both the parties
Following the accident, representatives of both vehicle owners arrived at the scene and held discussions regarding the damage caused by the collision. The owner of the Innova stated that while the vehicle had suffered extensive damage, he was relieved that everyone involved had escaped unharmed. He remarked that accidents can happen on busy roads and expressed gratitude that there had been no loss of life. The vehicle owner further stated that the cost of repairs would primarily be covered through insurance claims. He added that if any additional expenses arise beyond the insurance coverage, both parties are willing to resolve the matter amicably through mutual discussion instead of entering into a prolonged dispute.
Further investigations
Police officials have taken both vehicles and their drivers to Police Post No. 2, where statements from those involved will be recorded. Investigators are also examining CCTV footage installed along Kapurthala Road to determine the sequence of events leading up to the collision and identify whether either driver violated traffic rules. Authorities said that further legal action, if required, will be taken only after reviewing the available evidence, including witness statements and CCTV recordings. The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of cautious driving and adherence to traffic regulations, especially on busy city roads where even a momentary lapse in attention can result in serious accidents.