Private Travel Bus Bursts into Flames in Buldhana, Leaving Several Dead and Injured
Buldhana, Maharashtra –
In a horrifying incident on the Samruddhi Mahamarg expressway, a bus carrying 33 passengers erupted in flames, resulting in the loss of at least 25 lives. The tragic incident occurred when the bus, en route from Yavatmal to Pune, caught fire in Buldhana, leaving authorities and locals in shock.
Deadly Blaze Engulfs Bus
According to local authorities, the ill-fated private travels bus was travelling from Nagpur to Pune when it crashed into a divider near Sindkhedraja in Buldhana district, around 2 am on Saturday. The driver of the bus, who survived the ordeal, recounted how the vehicle overturned after a tire burst, quickly becoming engulfed in flames.
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25 Lives Lost, Injured Rushed to Buldhana Civil Hospital
Deputy SP Baburao Mahamuni confirmed the tragic outcome, revealing that 25 passengers had succumbed to the fire. The charred remains of the victims were recovered from the scene, leaving families and friends devastated by the sudden loss. The injured were promptly rushed to Buldhana Civil Hospital for urgent medical attention.
Preliminary Investigation Points to Tire Burst
Buldhana SP Sunil Kadasne shared preliminary information regarding the accident, explaining that a tire burst caused the bus to collide with a pole and subsequently crash into a divider. The impact of the collision triggered a raging fire, which quickly consumed the vehicle. Of the 33 passengers on board, tragically, 25 were unable to escape the inferno.
Authorities Launch Investigation
Following the incident, local authorities have initiated a comprehensive investigation to determine the exact cause of the bus fire. The wreckage will be meticulously examined, including the bus’s maintenance records and other potential factors that may have contributed to the tragedy. The police will also question witnesses and survivors to gather crucial details about the events leading up to the devastating incident.
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Grief and Condolences Pour In
As news of the tragic bus fire spread, an outpouring of grief and condolences flooded in from across the region. Local residents and politicians expressed their deep sorrow over the loss of lives and extended their support to the affected families. Authorities have urged citizens to remain patient as the investigation progresses and assured them that appropriate action will be taken.
Calls for Enhanced Safety Measures
The incident has once again highlighted the pressing need for enhanced safety measures on highways and expressways. Concerns over the frequency of accidents and their devastating consequences have prompted calls for stricter regulations and improved infrastructure. Local authorities have promised to address these concerns and ensure that steps are taken to prevent similar incidents in the future.
The bus fire on the Samruddhi Mahamarg expressway in Buldhana, Maharashtra, has claimed the lives of 25 passengers, leaving the community in shock and mourning. With investigations underway to determine the exact cause of the tragedy, authorities are working towards preventing such incidents and improving safety measures on highways and expressways. The focus now is on supporting the survivors and the families of the victims, helping them rebuild their lives and heal.
