The bus reportedly lost control while travelling along an elevated stretch before falling into the ditch. It was travelling from Bhiwadi towards Bihar and was carrying approximately 50 passengers.
Fire and emergency services personnel rescued around 15 to 16 passengers, including a child, who were trapped inside the overturned vehicle. The rescue operation was completed within 35 minutes with the assistance of a Multi Disaster Rescue Vehicle (MDRV).
Police, fire services, medical teams and revenue officials rushed to the accident site and coordinated relief and rescue efforts.
Lucknow District Magistrate Vishak G. said around 45 passengers had sustained injuries and were shifted to the King George’s Medical University (KGMU) Trauma Centre and Lokbandhu Hospital for treatment.
Some of the injured were reported to be in critical condition and were receiving treatment under the supervision of specialist doctors at KGMU. A few passengers initially admitted to Lokbandhu Hospital were subsequently referred to the KGMU Trauma Centre for advanced medical care.
Confirming the fatalities, the District Magistrate said three people had died in the accident, while all necessary assistance was being provided to the injured. Response teams remained deployed at both hospitals to coordinate treatment and support for the victims.
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