Six dead, 40 injured as passenger bus hits tree in Chhattisgarh

A tragic road accident claimed at least six lives and left 40 people injured when a passenger bus struck a tree along the Manendragarh-Kelhari road in MCB district of Chhattisgarh on Monday. Emergency responders rushed to the scene following the collision, which occurred on a busy highway connecting the two towns.

The impact of the crash proved severe, with rescue teams working to extract trapped passengers from the wreckage. Injured victims were transported to nearby medical facilities for treatment, with authorities continuing to assess the full extent of injuries sustained in the incident.

Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai announced financial compensation for those affected by the accident, as preliminary investigations began into the circumstances surrounding the crash. Authorities are examining factors such as vehicle condition and road conditions that may have contributed to the collision.

The accident adds to concerns over road safety in the region, as highway collisions continue to pose significant risks to commuters. Officials have urged enhanced safety measures and driver vigilance on accident-prone routes.