Kanpur Bus Accident: Tourist Bus Overturns Near Sachendi, Several Injured

Kanpur Bus Accident: A tourist bus overturned near Deepu Chauhan Dhaba on Kanpur-Etawah Highway in Sachendi police station area. The accident occurred on Monday, just 15 days after a similar tragic incident on the same route that claimed 18 lives.

The state roadways bus, carrying 32 passengers, lost control near Kisan Nagar slope and overturned. Five passengers sustained injuries, with three in critical condition.

How the Accident Happened

The bus, UP 93 BT 0058, from Urai Depot, was traveling from Jhansi to Gorakhpur via Kanpur. According to eyewitnesses:

The driver lost control of the vehicle near Kisan Nagar slope.
The bus hit a divider and overturned, causing panic among passengers.
Local people rushed to help, breaking the windows to rescue trapped passengers.

Injuries and Medical Response

Two passengers received primary treatment and were shifted to another bus to continue their journey.
A teenage boy, his mother, and an elderly woman suffered severe injuries and were taken to LLR Hospital for treatment.
The driver fled the scene after the accident, and police have registered a case against him for drunk driving.

Previous Accident on the Same Route

This is the second major accident on the Kanpur-Etawah Highway in the last 15 days. On June 9, a bus and tempo collision in Sachendi resulted in 18 deaths. Investigations revealed that the bus driver and conductor were intoxicated, leading to the deadly crash.

Emergency Response and Traffic Disruption

Authorities, learning from the previous accident, activated emergency ambulance services immediately.
A traffic jam occurred as the overturned bus blocked the road.
A crane was sent after an hour, but lack of a hydraulic crane delayed the removal.
Police managed to clear traffic partially, allowing slow movement of vehicles.

Conclusion

The recurring accidents on Kanpur-Etawah Highway highlight the need for stricter road safety measures and better traffic regulation. Local residents are demanding stricter action against reckless driving and intoxicated drivers to prevent further tragedies.