Over half a dozen passengers feared dead in ST bus accident in Gujarat
February 13, 2016
Amreli
Over half a dozen persons are feared dead in ST bus accident today morning in Gujarat. 40 passengers are trapped in accident-hit bus. 2 JCB machines, 5 teams of ‘108’ ambulance service have reached the spot for rescue an medical care.
Gujarat State Road Transport Corporation(GSRTC) run ST bus today morning turned turtle near Luvara crossing close to Gadhakada village of Savarkundla belt of Amreli district. The bus was going from Upleta to Mahuva.
According to the district controller of GSRTC based in Junagadh, bus suffered accident on turning of road.
The bus was belonging to Upleta depot.
Update:
– Chief Minister Anandiben Patel has expressed her grief in sorrow over death of 8 passengers in this accident. She has directed the district administration to expedite rescue operations and medical treatment to those who are injured.
– Transport minister Vijay Rupani has left for the spot of accident. He said those responsible will face action for this accident.
– Chief Minister has announced Rs 4 lakh financial aid to the families of those who lost their lives. The government will bear the medical expense and extend support towards their treatment.
– Transport Minister Vijay Rupani visited the spot and hospital where injured passengers are being treated.
– DeshGujarat
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