Students Hanging From Private Bus Ladder in Udupi Spark Safety Concerns
By ETF Desk
Students were seen hanging from a private bus’ ladder in a viral clip that circulated online, prompting widespread alarm in Udupi town. The footage shows several schoolchildren suspended by rope, apparently while the bus was en route.
The incident has sparked questions about the safety standards of private transport services that ferry students to high schools and colleges. Local authorities and the transport department have not yet released an official statement, but the municipal council is reportedly reviewing the regulatory framework for such vehicles.
Parents and safety advocates warn that this episode underscores urgent measures to enforce seat‑belt usage and secure ladders on school buses. They are calling for stricter inspections and penalties for non‑compliance to prevent a repeat of the dangerous scenario. Source: Google News – Udupi.