Udupi: Private bus fined for flouting safety norms, putting students at risk

A disturbing video of students hanging from the footboard of a private bus in Udupi has led to the authorities taking swift action. The incident has raised concerns about the safety of passengers, particularly children, on the bus.

The bus was plying on the Udupi-Mangaluru route when the students were seen hanging from the footboard. The visuals, which have gone viral on social media, have sparked outrage among locals and commuters, who have demanded that the authorities take strict action against the bus operator.

The authorities have booked the private bus under the Motor Vehicles Act for flouting safety norms. The incident has also led to a call for stricter safety measures on public transportation in the district.

Source: Google News – Udupi.