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24 hurt as bus crashes into toll plaza pillar in Kerala
A passenger bus struck a structural pillar at a toll plaza in Kumbalam, leaving two dozen people injured. The incident has prompted authorities to investigate the cause of the collision.
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A bus collided with a pillar at the Kumbalam toll plaza, resulting in injuries to 24 passengers and staff on board. The impact caused significant damage to the vehicle and raised concerns about safety conditions at the toll facility.
Emergency responders were deployed to the scene immediately following the accident. The injured were transported to nearby medical facilities for treatment, with authorities assessing the severity of their conditions.
The incident has triggered an investigation into the circumstances leading to the crash. Preliminary reports suggest the bus driver may have lost control of the vehicle, though officials are examining multiple factors including road conditions and toll plaza infrastructure.
The toll plaza experienced temporary disruptions following the accident as rescue and investigation teams worked at the scene. Authorities have not yet released detailed findings regarding the precise cause of the collision or whether any mechanical or human factors contributed to the incident.