A bus full of devotees went out of control and fell into a deep ditch in Chatra. There were 21 passengers on board, there were screams:

News India Live, Digital Desk: News of a major road accident has come from Chatra district of Jharkhand. Thursday (26 March 2026) in the morning, a mini bus filled with devotees went out of control and fell into a deep gorge. Total passengers in the bus at the time of this accident 21 devotees Were riding. The incident occurred near a sharp turn on the Chatra-Hazaribagh main road. It was fortunate that the bus did not overturn completely due to dense bushes and trees, due to which a major accident was averted.

How did the accident happen? Brake failure or speeding?

According to eyewitnesses and preliminary investigation by the police, the accident occurred around 8:30 am.

Uncontrolled Vehicle: The bus was coming to Chatra from Hazaribagh. The driver lost control of the vehicle at a sharp turn, following which the bus broke the roadside security cover and fell into a ditch about 20 feet deep.

shout scream: As soon as the bus fell, there was screaming among the passengers. Nearby villagers immediately reached the spot and started relief and rescue operations.

Relief and rescue: All passengers safe, 5 suffered serious injuries

As soon as information about the accident was received, the local police station and ambulance reached the spot.

Rescue Operation: With the help of villagers and police, all 21 passengers were taken out of the bus.

Condition of the injured: After first aid, 16 passengers suffered minor injuries, while 5 devotees The condition is said to be serious. He has been sent to Chatra Sadar Hospital for better treatment.

Identification of devotees: It is being told that all the devotees traveling in the bus were returning from Gaya (Bihar) after offering prayers.

Administration action and traffic alert

Confirming the incident, Chatra SP said that a crane has been called to remove the bus from the ditch.

Inquiry Order: Police are investigating whether the accident occurred due to brake failure of the vehicle or due to the negligence of the driver (speeding).

Traffic Diversion: During the rescue operation, traffic was disrupted for some time on Chatra-Hazaribagh road, which has now been smoothened.

alert: In view of the sharp turns on this hilly road, the administration has appealed to the drivers to limit their speed and exercise caution.

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