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Narrow escape for passengers as KTC bus veers off lane at Torsem

Published Jun 24
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Narrow escape for passengers as KTC bus veers off lane at Torsem The KTC bus involved in the incident.

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Passengers had a lucky escape when the front tire of a Kadamba Transport Corporation (KTC) bus burst, causing the vehicle to cross the road divider and veer into the opposite lane on the NH66 Highway near Torsem-Pernem. Fortunately, a major mishap was averted as no vehicles were approaching from the opposite direction at that moment.

The sudden impact caused the bus to lurch violently to one side, sparking panic among the passengers on board. However, the bus driver displayed immense skill and presence of mind to regain control of the vehicle, preventing a potentially fatal accident.

No injuries were reported, and an alternative bus was later provided for the passengers to continue their journey.

Following the incident, locals have demanded mandatory, regular fitness checks for passenger vehicles—especially buses—along with compulsory tire inspections to avert such mishaps in the future.


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