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17 pilgrims killed in UP bus mishap

Seventeen people, including nine women and a child, were killed and 27 injured when their bus fell into a gorge near Chamba in Tehri district (Uttar Pradesh) on Friday.

The bus was carrying 52 passengers, including 49 pilgrims. Most passengers hail from Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh.

The tourist bus was going to Gangotri from Rishikesh when it fell into a gorge just four km away from Chamba. The accident occurred when the driver lost control, after the radiator of the bus burst, splashing hot water on his face.

Of the deceased, 15 died on the spot and two died on the way to the hospital. The injured, including the driver, have been admitted to Masihi Hospital in Tehri. The condition of three is reported to be serious. Passenger Ramchandra jumped out of the bus along with the conductor before it fell into the gorge.

BSF Commandant R S Negi, along with 40 soldiers, supervised the rescue operation.

UNI

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