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BEST Bus Crashes Into Divider In Borivali East

A BEST bus crashed into a divider in Borivali East after swerving to avoid a motorcyclist. No injuries were reported.

Mumbai Alert · City Desk
Mumbai Alert · City Desk
City Desk · Mumbai Alert News · Tue, 21 July 2026 at 11:48 pm
BEST Bus Crashes Into Divider In Borivali East

A late-night BEST wet-lease bus crashed into a road divider near Daulat Nagar bus stop in Borivali East on Sunday. The accident occurred at around 11.20 pm when the bus was travelling from Vaishali Nagar towards Borivali East on Route A-462/34 operated from Magathane depot.

The bus driver allegedly swerved to avoid an unidentified motorcyclist who suddenly cut across the vehicle's path. In an attempt to prevent a collision, the driver turned the steering wheel sharply to the right, causing the bus to hit the divider and get stuck.

Fortunately, no injuries were reported in the incident. The damaged bus was later removed with the help of a towing van and taken to Magathane depot. The incident is being investigated by the authorities, and the investigating officer recorded the details of the bus driver and conductor.

According to officials, no FIR has been registered at Kasturba Marg police station so far. The bus driver and conductor have been informed that they would be called if required during the inquiry. The incident highlights the importance of safe driving and the need for motorists to be aware of their surroundings.

The BEST wet-lease bus service is a popular mode of transportation in Mumbai, and incidents like these can have a significant impact on the safety of passengers. The authorities are likely to take steps to prevent such incidents in the future.

Borivali East is a busy area with a high volume of traffic, and accidents can occur due to various reasons such as reckless driving or poor road conditions. The incident is a reminder for motorists to exercise caution while driving and to follow traffic rules.

In recent years, there have been several incidents of buses crashing into dividers or other vehicles in Mumbai. The authorities have taken steps to improve road safety, including the installation of CCTV cameras and the implementation of traffic management systems.

The incident is being investigated, and the authorities will take necessary actions to prevent such incidents in the future. The safety of passengers is a top priority, and the authorities will take all necessary measures to ensure that the roads are safe for everyone.

In conclusion, the incident of the BEST bus crashing into a divider in Borivali East is a reminder of the importance of safe driving and the need for motorists to be aware of their surroundings. The authorities will take necessary actions to prevent such incidents in the future and ensure that the roads are safe for everyone.

Frequently asked questions

What happened to the BEST bus in Borivali East?

The bus crashed into a divider after swerving to avoid a motorcyclist.

Were there any injuries reported in the incident?

No injuries were reported in the incident.

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