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Bus overturns near Katni, one schoolgirl dead, around 40 injured
✍️ Amar Ujala · Madhya Pradesh
🗓 10 Oct 2026, 06:46 PM
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A passenger bus traveling from Pipra to Maher near Katni lost control and overturned, killing a schoolgirl and injuring about 40 other passengers.
A passenger bus en route from Pipra to Maher overturned near Katni in Madhya Pradesh after it became uncontrollable, according to local officials. The vehicle, carrying a large number of commuters, rolled onto its side, creating a chaotic scene on the highway.
Emergency services arrived promptly and rescued the injured. One schoolgirl was pronounced dead at the scene, while roughly 40 passengers sustained varying degrees of injuries and were taken to nearby hospitals for treatment.
Katni district collector has directed the Regional Transport Office to launch a thorough investigation into the cause of the mishap. The collector also indicated that appropriate legal action will be taken against any individuals found responsible for the accident.
Authorities continue to monitor the condition of the injured and have urged the public to cooperate with the ongoing inquiry.
Emergency services arrived promptly and rescued the injured. One schoolgirl was pronounced dead at the scene, while roughly 40 passengers sustained varying degrees of injuries and were taken to nearby hospitals for treatment.
Katni district collector has directed the Regional Transport Office to launch a thorough investigation into the cause of the mishap. The collector also indicated that appropriate legal action will be taken against any individuals found responsible for the accident.
Authorities continue to monitor the condition of the injured and have urged the public to cooperate with the ongoing inquiry.