Mumbai witnessed a tragic accident on Monday night when a state-run BEST bus rammed into several vehicles and crashed into the gate of a residential complex, resulting in three fatalities and 17 injuries.
The incident occurred at approximately 9:50 PM on a busy road in Kurla (West). The bus, operating on route number 332 from Kurla station to Andheri, lost control, possibly due to brake failure, according to a municipal corporation official. The vehicle struck pedestrians and vehicles in its path before crashing into the gates of a nearby residential complex.
The injured victims, including pedestrians and passengers, were rushed to Sion and Kurla Bhabha Hospitals for medical treatment. While the severity of the injuries varies, the authorities confirmed that three people succumbed to their injuries at the scene.
The driver of the bus, whose identity has not been disclosed, reportedly lost control of the vehicle before the crash. Officials are investigating whether mechanical failure, specifically brake failure, was a contributing factor to the accident. The Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport Undertaking (BEST), the state-run agency responsible for Mumbai’s bus services, has expressed condolences for the victims and promised full cooperation with the investigation.
The accident has shocked the local community and raised questions about safety protocols for public transportation in the city. Authorities have assured that a thorough investigation will be conducted to determine the cause of the crash and take appropriate action.
As of now, the area has been cleared, and traffic is slowly returning to normal. Local police are investigating the incident, and eyewitnesses have been questioned to gather more information. The families of the deceased are being provided with support, and their identities are yet to be disclosed to the public.
This incident adds to the ongoing concerns regarding public safety and the reliability of state-run transport services in Mumbai, particularly during peak hours when the city’s roads are at their busiest.
Sources By Agencies
