Bus and freight truck collide on NH-39 in Madhya Pradesh, killing five and injuring dozens
A passenger bus hit a bulk carrier on National Highway 39 near Badwar stand in Rewa district, resulting in at least five deaths and around 20 injuries.
The crash occurred on a stretch of NH-39 in Madhya Pradesh's Rewa district, where a bus plunged into a ditch after striking a bulker truck. Emergency services reported five fatalities and roughly 20 people wounded. Local authorities have launched an investigation into the cause of the collision. The incident has drawn condolences from national leaders, including Prime Minister Modi. Rescue teams worked to extract survivors from the wreckage.
Why it matters
The crash underscores road safety challenges on major highways and the human toll of traffic accidents.
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