Bus overturned uncontrollably in Jammu and Kashmir’s Udhampur: One killed and 67 injured, accident occurred at Mansar More

A private bus overturned in Jammu and Kashmir’s Udhampur district on Monday morning. One person was killed and 67 others were injured in the accident. The injured mostly include students, who had left for school in the morning. At the same time, office-going employees are also included among the injured.

Police said the bus was on its way from Mongri to Udhampur city. As soon as the bus reached Krimachi-Mansar, the driver lost control at the turn. The bus overturned and fell into the ditch. Local people reached the spot as soon as they came to know about the accident. Police was also informed. The injured are being taken to the hospital.

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