By The News Observer Desk,
Haliyal, Karnataka – In a tragic incident early this morning near Banasgeri village on the outskirts of Haliyal town, a bus carrying school students and members of the public veered off course while attempting to overtake on a narrow road, colliding with a roadside tree.
Several students sustained minor injuries in the crash, while one student seated in the front suffered severe damage to his leg. The accident occurred as the bus was en route to schools, highlighting the risks associated with reckless driving on congested routes.
Rescue efforts proved challenging, requiring emergency teams to cut through sections of the bus to extricate the trapped victim. Police officers, support staff, and local residents worked tirelessly for several hours amid a growing crowd at the scene.
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The heartrending cries of the injured student's mother added to the emotional intensity of the situation. However, the police department responded swiftly, managing the environment with sensitivity and earning commendations from the public for their effective crowd control and coordination.
The relief operations were conducted under the guidance of Circle Police Inspector (CPI) Jayapal Patil, with Police Sub-Inspector (PSI) Basavaraj Mabnur leading the on-ground efforts.
The seriously injured student has been identified as Seemant Mahantesh Kammar, a 10-year-old from Joganakoppa village, enrolled at Number One School.
Preliminary investigations attribute the accident to negligent and irresponsible driving by the bus operator.
Medical personnel were promptly on site, providing emergency care under the direction of Dr. Ganesh Arashinageri. Efforts are underway to stabilize the injured student's condition, which is currently reported as stable. Fire department officials were also present, monitoring the situation to prevent any further hazards.
Authorities have urged drivers to exercise caution on narrow roads, emphasizing the importance of safe overtaking practices to avoid such preventable tragedies.
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