A tragic school bus accident in Mahendragarh, Haryana, resulted in the death of six students and left around 20 injured. The incident occurred near Unhani village in Kanina when the bus, carrying approximately 40 students to GL Public School, collided with a tree and overturned. The school bus driver, Dharmender, was allegedly driving recklessly under the influence of alcohol, despite pleas from the children to slow down.
In response to this devastating event, the Haryana police have taken swift action, arresting three individuals, including the school’s principal, Deepti, and another school official, Hoshiar Singh. Additionally, a show-cause notice has been issued to the school for operating on a holiday designated for Eid.
The tragedy has sparked widespread criticism and calls for immediate action to improve school bus safety standards. Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke about the incident and expressed grief. Chief Minister Draupadi Murmu and other political leaders also expressed grief and stressed the need for immediate measures to prevent similar accidents in future.
A four-member government-appointed panel has been formed to investigate the circumstances of the accident. The Haryana education department has called a meeting to discuss vehicle safety measures and address the concerns raised by the incident.
The community was deeply shaken by the loss of young lives and others injured. The incident is a stark reminder of the importance of strict safety measures and enforcement to protect students once they return to school.
As the investigation continues, authorities are determined to hold those responsible for the tragedy accountable and implement measures to prevent further such incidents This is a critical time for state, while efforts to ensure the safety and well-being of school children in various areas state.
