CRPF Vehicle Plunges Into Canal in Srinagar, 9 Personnel Injured

Srinagar: There was chaos in Srinagar on Saturday when a bus carrying CRPF soldiers suddenly slipped off the road and fell into a ditch. The accident was so severe that many soldiers traveling in the bus were injured. Some soldiers suffered serious injuries and were immediately taken to the hospital. After the incident, security agencies and local administration took charge.

Where did the accident happen?

According to the information, the accident occurred on a sloping road on the outskirts of Srinagar. This area is already said to be narrow and winding. As soon as the bus reached the turn, the driver lost control and the vehicle fell into a ditch on the roadside.

For what purpose was the bus going?

It is being said that this CRPF bus was in movement related to regular duty. The soldiers were going towards some deployment site. An entire contingent of soldiers was present on the bus at the time of the accident, although the exact number has not been officially confirmed.

What is the condition of the injured?

The soldiers injured in the accident were immediately admitted to nearby hospitals. According to doctors, many soldiers have suffered injuries to the head, waist and arms and legs. Some soldiers have been kept under special observation due to serious injuries. At present everyone's condition is said to be stable.

How was relief and rescue carried out?

As soon as information about the incident was received, local police, CRPF officers and disaster management team reached the spot. It took some time to reach the bus that had fallen into the ditch, after which the soldiers were taken out one by one. Local people present nearby also helped in the relief work.

What is considered to be the initial reason for the accident?

In the preliminary investigation, road condition and slippage are being considered as the major reasons for the accident. It is being said that the weather in the area has been bad in recent times, due to which the grip on the road had become weak. Along with this, the speed and technical condition of the bus are also being checked.

Will the role of the driver be investigated?

Officials say that the accident will be investigated from every angle. The duty timing of the bus driver, fitness of the vehicle and the circumstances of the spot are being reviewed. At present no negligence has been confirmed.

What do CRPF and administration have to say?

Senior CRPF officials have expressed grief over the accident and have promised to provide all possible treatment to the injured. The administration has also assured that if needed, the soldiers will be referred to big hospitals.

Why do such accidents raise concerns?

Movement of security forces in hilly and sensitive areas like Jammu and Kashmir is a daily necessity. In such a situation, such accidents raise questions regarding road safety, condition of the vehicle and vigilance according to the weather.

What further steps will be taken?

The administration says that a detailed report of the accident is being prepared. If any deficiencies are found after completion of the investigation, necessary steps will be taken to avoid such accidents in future.