ST Bus Carrying 59 Passengers Narrowly Escapes Gorge in Kannad Ghat

A major tragedy was averted in Kannad Ghat, Chalisgaon taluka, on Sunday morning when an ST bus travelling from Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar to Surat lost control and came to a stop against a roadside safety barrier.

The bus was carrying 59 passengers when the driver reportedly faced a sudden problem with the steering system. The vehicle moved towards the edge of the road and was stopped only after getting caught against the barrier.

The barrier prevented the bus from plunging into the deep gorge, saving the lives of all on board. The incident triggered panic among the passengers, with some trying to get out through the windows as the bus remained dangerously close to the edge.

All 59 passengers were eventually evacuated safely, with four suffering minor injuries. The injured passengers were taken to a nearby hospital for treatment and their condition is reported to be stable.

Police reached the spot soon after receiving information about the incident and began an investigation. Officials are checking whether the steering rod broke or whether the steering mechanism malfunctioned, leading to the driver losing control of the bus.

The incident could have resulted in a major loss of life, but the roadside barrier helped stop the bus and prevented it from falling into the gorge. The presence of the barrier has been credited with saving the lives of the passengers.

The investigation into the incident is ongoing, with officials working to determine the cause of the steering system failure. The incident highlights the importance of regular vehicle maintenance and the need for safety measures such as roadside barriers.

In the end, the swift action of the authorities and the presence of the safety barrier ensured that the incident did not result in a major tragedy, and all passengers were able to escape with their lives.