Gopalganj district witnessed a harrowing road accident today when a high-speed bus from Delhi overturned on NH-27 following a catastrophic tire failure. The mishap at Barhima Toll Plaza sent shockwaves through the area, injuring more than 12 people and highlighting persistent safety lapses on major routes.
Traveling at excessive speeds, the bus suddenly swerved after a tire exploded, according to survivors. The driver couldn’t regain control, leading to a dramatic flip near the toll gate. Panic gripped passengers as the bus somersaulted, with immediate cries for help drawing a crowd of good samaritans.
Rescue operations kicked off promptly with community assistance, ferrying the wounded to nearby medical facilities. At Sadar Hospital, a team of doctors treated the casualties, but critical cases were airlifted to Gorakhpur for specialized intervention. The emergency ward remains on high alert.
Police officials, including SDPO Rajesh Kumar, arrived swiftly to secure the scene and restore traffic flow. They attribute the crash to the tire burst amid high velocity but vow a detailed inquiry into the bus’s condition and driver’s compliance with norms.
As investigations continue, experts call for mandatory tire inspections and speed governors on inter-state buses. This incident serves as a grim reminder of the human cost of neglecting road safety protocols in India’s bustling transport corridors.
