Conductor, girl student among those killed
A tragic road accident was reported from Banga in Nawanshahr district early Monday morning after a bus travelling to Sri Amritsar Sahib fell from a flyover, leaving three people dead.
According to preliminary information received from the spot, the incident took place at around 5 am when the bus reached the Banga flyover. The vehicle reportedly lost control and fell from the flyover, resulting in the deaths of three people.
Driver allegedly dozed off
Initial information suggests that the driver may have fallen asleep while driving, causing him to lose control of the bus. However, the exact circumstances leading to the accident are yet to be established and are being investigated.
The three deceased reportedly include the bus conductor and a girl student. The identity and other details of the third deceased person are yet to be confirmed.
Driver reportedly fled the spot
The bus driver reportedly fled from the spot following the accident. Police reached the site after being informed about the incident and initiated an investigation into the crash.
The authorities are expected to establish the exact cause of the accident as part of the investigation. Further details regarding the total number of passengers travelling on the bus, their condition and the identities of the deceased are awaited.
The accident has once again raised concerns over road safety, particularly during early-morning journeys when driver fatigue can pose a serious risk. However, any negligence or specific cause in this case will be confirmed only after the police investigation is completed.
