A tragic road accident in Bengaluru claimed the life of a 15-year-old boy after he was run over by a private bus on the Hennur-Bagalur Main Road, triggering protests and major traffic disruption in the area.
Fatal accident shocks local residents
According to initial reports, the teenager was struck by the bus while travelling along the busy stretch. The impact proved fatal, leading to outrage among local residents and passersby.
Police officials rushed to the spot and shifted the body for post-mortem, while initiating an investigation into the incident.
Protest leads to traffic chaos
Soon after the accident, angry residents gathered at the site and staged a protest, alleging negligence and rash driving by private bus operators. The protest led to a blockade of the road, causing long traffic snarls in and around the Hennur area.
Commuters faced significant delays as vehicles were stranded for hours during peak movement.
Concerns over road safety
The incident has once again raised serious concerns about road safety and the conduct of private bus drivers in Bengaluru. Residents have demanded stricter enforcement of traffic rules and accountability from operators.
Authorities are expected to review safety measures on the stretch to prevent such incidents in the future.
Investigation underway
The police have registered a case and are working to identify the circumstances leading to the accident. Further action will be taken based on the findings of the investigatio