Moodbidri: A private bus travelling from Mulki towards Moodbidri suffered a brake failure near Gandhinagar on Monday, causing the vehicle to veer off the road and its wheels to get stuck in a roadside drain.
The incident occurred while the bus was passing through Gandhinagar. Following the sudden brake failure, the driver reportedly lost control of the vehicle, which moved towards the roadside before its wheels became lodged in the drain.
Fortunately, all passengers travelling on the bus escaped without injuries. No casualties were reported.
Passengers escape unhurt
The bus was on its route from Mulki to Moodbidri when the mechanical failure occurred. The sudden loss of braking control caused the driver to struggle to keep the vehicle on the road.
The bus subsequently veered towards the roadside, with its wheels getting stuck in the drain. The incident could have resulted in serious consequences, particularly as the vehicle was carrying passengers at the time.
However, all those travelling on the bus were safe, and no injuries were reported.
Incident raises road safety concerns
Brake failure in passenger vehicles can pose a serious risk to commuters and other road users, particularly on busy routes and stretches with limited roadside space.
The Moodbidri incident ended without casualties, but it highlights the importance of regular vehicle maintenance and timely inspection of essential safety components, including braking systems.
No further details regarding the condition of the bus or the circumstances leading to the brake failure were available.