A harrowing accident on the Mumbai-Pune Expressway left 23 people injured on Thursday morning. A private bus, traveling from Kolhapur to Borivali in Mumbai, collided with an unidentified container truck near Lonavala. The impact of the crash was severe, leaving 11 passengers with serious injuries, including fractures. The remaining passengers sustained minor injuries.
The cause of the accident is believed to be driver fatigue. According to a Pune Rural Police official, the bus driver may have fallen asleep at the wheel, causing the bus to rear-end the heavy vehicle. The authorities are investigating the exact circumstances of the incident to determine if there were any other contributing factors.
Following the crash, emergency services were immediately dispatched to the scene. The injured passengers were transported to nearby hospitals for treatment. The police have initiated an investigation into the incident and are in the process of filing a case.
The Mumbai-Pune Expressway is known for its high traffic volume and frequent accidents. This incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of driver awareness and alertness, especially during long journeys. Authorities are urging drivers to take breaks and avoid driving when fatigued to prevent such accidents in the future.