Students Hanging from Bus Ladder in Udupi Sparks Safety Concerns
By ETF Desk
A video that circulated on social media shows a group of high‑school students hanging from the side ladder of a school bus in Udupi town, creating a tense and alarming scene.
The clip, posted by an eyewitness, shows the children dangling from the ladder as the bus was reportedly on its way to a nearby school. According to local officials, the ladder—a safety feature used for boarding and alighting—was left unsecured, prompting concerns among residents and parents about student safety.
Parents and community members have called for stricter enforcement of transport safety regulations and urged the district administration to inspect school buses and ensure that all safety gear is properly maintained. Source: Google News – Udupi District.