18 students injured as school bus overturns

Our Correspondent

Hamirpur, January 19

As many as 18 students of a private school were injured when their school bus overturned near Sasan village in the district on Saturday. The bus driver also sustained injuries in the accident.

All injured were rushed to Dr Radhakrishanan Medical College and Hospital. At least 16 students were discharged after the first aid, while Priya (13), Mishul (7) and bus driver Narender Kumar remained admitted to the hospital following serious injuries.

Carrying more than 25 students, the bus of K-Key Public School was on its way to school from Sasan village when it suddenly overturned near the village.

The driver said a technical fault in the steering wheel led to the mishap.

Deputy Commissioner Richa Verma reached the hospital to ensure best treatment to the injured. She said that the police had been directed to investigate the cause of the accident. Meanwhile, the police registered a case and started investigation.

Narender Thakur, MLA, also visited the hospital and enquired about the well-being of the injured.