7 killed, 40 injured as 2 Maharashtra buses collide near Surat; PMO announces Rs 2 lakh ex-gratia | Surat News - The Times of India
A serious road accident near Surat claimed the lives of seven people after two Maharashtra-bound buses collided, leaving around 40 others injured. Emergency teams quickly reached the scene and shifted the injured passengers to nearby hospitals for medical treatment. Local authorities launched rescue and relief operations to assist victims and manage traffic in the affected area. Preliminary reports suggest that the impact of the collision caused significant damage to both vehicles, making rescue efforts challenging. Officials are investigating the circumstances that led to the crash and are examining factors that may have contributed to the incident. The Prime Minister’s Office announced an ex-gratia payment of Rs 2 lakh for the families of those who lost their lives and financial assistance for the injured. The tragedy has once again highlighted concerns about road safety, passenger transport management, and the importance of strict safety measures on highways to reduce the risk of major accidents.
The Key points
- Two buses were involved in a major collision near Surat.
- Seven passengers lost their lives in the accident.
- Around 40 people sustained injuries.
- Rescue teams responded quickly to the crash site.
- Injured victims were taken to nearby hospitals.
- Authorities started an investigation into the incident.
- The collision caused extensive vehicle damage.
- Traffic and emergency management measures were implemented.
- PMO announced Rs 2 lakh ex-gratia for victims’ families.
- The incident renewed focus on highway and bus safety standards.
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