Tragic Bus Accident in Orissa: 4 Pilgrims from UP Killed, 33 Injured

A tragic road accident occurred in Orissa's Balasore district, where a bus carrying 37 pilgrims from Uttar Pradesh overturned. The accident claimed the lives of four individuals on the spot, while 33 others were seriously injured. The pilgrims were returning from a spiritual journey to Bhubaneswar, Konark, and Jagannath Puri when their bus veered off the National Highway and fell 20 feet below.

Identification of the Deceased: The victims included residents of Uttar Pradesh’s Balrampur and Siddharthnagar districts. The deceased have been identified as Ramprasad and Santram from Siddharthnagar's Etawah, Rajesh Kumar Mishra from Pipra village, and Kamla Devi from Belhans village, both from Balrampur district. The families of the deceased have been informed, and the tragic news has left their homes in mourning.

Treatment of the Injured: The condition of the injured is critical, and they have been rushed to nearby hospitals. Ten injured pilgrims were admitted to a hospital in Balasore district, while 23 others were taken to a hospital in Jaleshwar. Local residents and police acted swiftly to transport the injured to medical facilities following the accident.

Details of the Accident: The group of 37 pilgrims from Uttar Pradesh was on a religious tour visiting Jagannath Puri and other holy sites. On their return journey, the bus lost control on the National Highway in Balasore district and plunged 20 feet down, leading to the devastating crash. The bus was heavily damaged in the incident, resulting in significant loss of life and severe injuries to the passengers.

This tragic accident highlights the importance of road safety and the devastating consequences of such incidents.