UP accident: 3 killed, 45 injured as bus plunges into ditch on Agra-Lucknow expressway

Three people were killed and around 45 others injured after a bus travelling from Bhiwadi to Bihar lost control, overturned at the Zero Point of the Agra-Lucknow Expressway in Lucknow and plunged into a deep roadside ditch on Monday, officials said.

Around 15 to 16 passengers, including a child, were trapped inside the overturned bus and rescued by fire and emergency services personnel. The rescue operation was completed within 35 minutes with the help of a Multi Disaster Rescue Vehicle (MDRV).

The injured passengers were taken to the KGMU Trauma Centre and Lokbandhu Hospital for treatment. Those in critical condition were admitted to the KGMU Trauma Centre, where specialist doctors are attending to them. Some passengers initially taken to Lokbandhu Hospital were later referred to the Trauma Centre for further treatment.

District Magistrate Vishak G. said police, fire services, medical and revenue department teams rushed to the spot soon after receiving information about the accident.

"Information was received regarding a bus overturning at the zero point of the Agra-Lucknow Expressway, within the jurisdiction of the Para police station. Following the information, all emergency response agencies concerned, including the police, fire services, medical department and revenue department, reached the spot and immediately began rescue operations," he told reporters.

According to the District Magistrate, the bus was carrying approximately 50 passengers when the accident took place.

"The injured have been shifted to two medical facilities -- the KGMU Trauma Centre and Lokbandhu Hospital. Our teams are present at both hospitals, and I am currently at the Trauma Centre myself," he said.

Vishak G. confirmed that the accident had claimed three lives and left around 45 people injured. He added that all possible medical assistance was being provided to the victims.

"Our teams are fully prepared and present here; as you can see, the entire response team is at the site. Regrettably, this unfortunate incident has claimed three lives. As I mentioned, approximately 45 people have been injured, and all possible assistance and medical care are being provided to them," he said.

CM Yogi Adityanath Takes Cognisance

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath took cognisance of the accident and assured the affected families of all possible assistance from the state government.

The Chief Minister spoke to the families of those affected and directed officials to ensure proper medical treatment for the injured. He also wished them a speedy recovery.

Police personnel and emergency response teams remain involved in the relief and rescue efforts.

(With IANS inputs)