School Bus Overturns During Reverse in Udupi, Eight Injured
By ETF Desk
A school bus was involved in a rollover incident in Udupi district when it began to overturn while reversing on a local road, resulting in eight students sustaining injuries.
According to local authorities, the bus was traveling in reverse at a narrow lane near the Udupi municipal area when the vehicle lost balance. Initial reports indicate that the driver had been attempting to back out of a parking space when the manoeuvre caused the bus to tip over, but the exact cause is still under investigation.
The incident has left several students with minor to moderate injuries, and they are currently receiving medical care at nearby hospitals. The incident has prompted a review of bus safety protocols in the district and authorities are reminding school transport operators to adhere to stringent safety guidelines. Source: Google News – Udupi.