Reasi, 16 March: A tragic accident occurred on Sunday when a mini-bus overturned on a hilly road in the Reasi district of Jammu and Kashmir, leaving at least 30 passengers injured, mostly women. The incident took place near Tara Morh while the bus was en route from Moughla in Rajouri district to Pouni in Reasi.
Emergency services quickly arrived at the scene and took the injured to local hospitals. Among them, 22 women were admitted for treatment. Two passengers, Rafaqat Ali and Goutam Sharma, are in critical condition and have been moved to the Government Medical College (GMC) Hospital in Jammu for special care.
Officials are investigating the cause of the accident. Early reports suggest that the hilly terrain may have played a role in the bus losing control, but more details are needed.
The local community is coming together to support the victims, with authorities encouraging residents to donate blood and help those affected by this unfortunate event. This accident has raised concerns about road safety in the area, especially on dangerous routes often used by public transport.
As the investigation continues, officials stress the importance of following safety rules to prevent similar accidents in the future. They are also looking into improving road conditions and vehicle safety to better protect passengers.
This incident reminds us of the risks of traveling in hilly areas and highlights the need for better safety measures.
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