Latur (Maharashtra): A major road accident took place on the Latur-Solapur highway, early Thursday morning near Ashiv Phata on the Tuljapur-Latur stretch, involving two private travels buses. The collision resulted in the death of two passengers, while 15 to 20 others sustained serious injuries. The injured have been rushed to the government hospital in Latur for medical treatment.
Tourist Bus Rams Into Rear Of Another Bus
According to preliminary reports, the accident occurred when a tourist bus coming from Pune to Latur rammed into the rear of another tourist bus on the same route. The impact was severe, leaving several passengers trapped and critically injured. Emergency services, including the police and five ambulances, reached the site immediately and began rescue and evacuation operations.
Injured Shifted To Vilasrao Deshmukh Government Hospital
All injured passengers were immediately transported to the Vilasrao Deshmukh Government Hospital in Latur, where they are currently receiving medical treatment.
Meanwhile, authorities have initiated a formal investigation to ascertain the exact cause of the crash. Initial findings point towards overspeeding and potential driver negligence as likely factors behind the collision. Further information is expected as the inquiry progresses.
Ex-MLA From BJP Killed On Same Highway 4 Days Ago
The accident site was just a short distance from the location where, only four days earlier, former BJP MLA R.T. Deshmukh tragically lost his life in another road mishap on the same highway. In that case, the driver reported that rainwater had accumulated on the road and splashed onto the windshield, obstructing his vision.
In an attempt to brake suddenly, the vehicle lost control, skidded, and overturned multiple times. Deshmukh sustained fatal injuries and was declared dead upon arrival at Sahyadri Hospital in Latur.
