RTC Bus Collides with Lorry at Kothirampur Bypass in Karimnagar
An RTC bus met with an accident in Karimnagar after it reportedly went out of control and collided with an oncoming lorry. The incident occurred at the Kothirampur bypass within city limits.
The impact of the collision left the front portion of the bus severely damaged. Several passengers on board sustained injuries in the accident. The extent of injuries has not been officially detailed.
Collision at Bypass Raises Safety Concerns
The accident took place on a busy stretch of the Kothirampur bypass, a route frequently used by heavy vehicles and public transport buses. Eyewitness accounts indicate that the bus lost control before hitting the lorry coming from the opposite direction.
The damaged condition of the bus suggests a strong impact, raising concerns about vehicle handling and driver control at the time of the incident.
Passengers Allege Inexperienced Driving
Passengers who were on board the bus expressed anger following the accident. They alleged that the government has been deploying untrained drivers to operate RTC buses amid the ongoing strike by RTC workers.
According to the passengers, the absence of experienced drivers has compromised passenger safety. They attributed the accident to the alleged use of inexperienced personnel behind the wheel.
Strike Impact on RTC Operations
The RTC workers’ strike has disrupted normal bus operations across several regions. In response, authorities have reportedly arranged alternative staffing to maintain services.
However, incidents such as this have brought attention to operational challenges during the strike period. Concerns over safety standards and driver training have been raised by commuters in the wake of the accident.
Injured Passengers and Immediate Response
Passengers who sustained injuries were attended to following the collision. Further details regarding medical treatment or hospitalisation were not immediately available.
Traffic movement at the bypass was affected briefly due to the accident. Authorities are expected to assess the situation and take necessary measures to prevent similar incidents.