Udupi Video Shows Students Hanging from Private Bus Ladder
By ETF Desk
Students were seen hanging from a ladder on a private school bus in a gusty corner near Udupi, a clip that has already gone viral on various social media platforms. The footage, taken by an on‑looker during a school outing, shows several children gripping the ladder to reach the roof, their faces showing both excitement and apprehension.
Private bus operators in Karnataka often run school transports that are not subject to the same stringent safety checks imposed on state-run vehicles. A 2023 audit by the Karnataka Transport Department highlighted that many such private buses lack proper guardrails and fall‑protective measures, contributing to heightened risks for students during rides.
The incident has prompted local parents and municipal officials to demand urgent inspections of private school buses operating in Udupi district. Police have taken preliminary steps to review the operator’s safety certifications and are set to coordinate with the Karnataka State Transport Department to ensure compliance with updated regulations. Source: Google News – Udupi.