Udupi: In a morning accident near Dharmavar Auditorium in Brahmavar taluk on National Highway 66, a school bus carrying students of G.M. Vidyaniketan English Medium School was rear-ended by a lorry, resulting in minor injuries to several students.
The bus, which was en route from Kundapur, was attempting a U-turn near the Dharmavar Auditorium Circle when the lorry struck it from behind. The impact caused panic, but fortunately, all students escaped with only minor injuries.
The injured children were rushed to a private hospital in Brahmavar for immediate treatment. Medical staff confirmed that none of the injuries were life-threatening.
Preliminary findings suggest that the school bus driver’s negligence may have contributed to the accident. According to reports, the U-turn was made without adequate caution, leading to the collision.
A case has been officially registered at the Brahmavar Police Station, and authorities are conducting a thorough investigation to determine accountability and ensure road safety compliance.
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