At least 21 killed as bus crashes into Kashmir gorge
Summary
At least 21 people died when an overcrowded bus skidded off a mountain road and fell into a gorge in Indian-controlled Kashmir. The bus was carrying more than 60 passengers and collided with an autorickshaw before falling about 100 feet down a slope.Key Facts
- The accident happened near Kanote village in the Udhampur district of Jammu and Kashmir.
- It occurred around 8:30 am local time on Monday.
- The 42-seater bus was carrying over 60 people, nearly twice its capacity.
- The bus hit an autorickshaw at a sharp curve before going off the road.
- 19 passengers died at the scene; 2 more died later in hospital.
- About 45 people were injured, some with serious injuries like head trauma and internal bleeding.
- Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi offered condolences and announced financial help for victims’ families.
- India has a high rate of road accidents, often caused by unsafe driving, bad roads, and old vehicles.
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