**10 Dead, 37 Injured in Bus-Truck Collision in West Bengal**
Ten people lost their lives and 37 others sustained injuries when a bus carrying pilgrims collided with a parked truck on National Highway 19 in Purba Bardhaman district, West Bengal. The tragic incident occurred while the bus was returning from Gangasagar, a popular pilgrimage site.
Among the deceased are eight men and two women, while the injured have been transported to Burdwan Medical College and Hospital for medical attention. One passenger is reported to be in critical condition and is being transferred to SSKM Hospital in Kolkata for advanced treatment. The bus was en route from Burdwan to Durgapur at the time of the accident.
According to local authorities, the bus was primarily filled with pilgrims from Motiwari district in Bihar. The group included six children, all of whom were injured in the crash. Ayesha Rani A, the District Magistrate of Purba Bardhaman, stated, “The bus was filled with pilgrims returning from Gangasagar. Ten people were killed in the incident. There were six children inside the bus, and the condition of one of them is critical. We are sending him to SSKM Hospital in Kolkata for further treatment. The administration is extending all possible help.”
This incident highlights the ongoing concerns regarding road safety, particularly for vehicles transporting large groups of people. Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the collision to prevent future tragedies.
**FAQ**
**What caused the bus accident in West Bengal?**
The exact cause of the bus accident is still under investigation, but it involved a collision with a parked truck on National Highway 19.
