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One dead as DTC bus hits pedestrians in Anand Parbat, Delhi
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🗓 17 Oct 2026, 03:01 PM
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A Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) bus collided with pedestrians in Anand Parbat, killing one person and injuring others, authorities said.
A Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) bus rammed into a group of pedestrians on a busy stretch of Anand Parbat on Wednesday, resulting in one fatality. Emergency services rushed to the scene and declared the victim dead at the spot, while several others sustained injuries and were taken to nearby hospitals for treatment.
Police officials arrived promptly, cordoned off the area and began an investigation to determine the cause of the collision. Preliminary reports suggest the bus may have failed to brake in time, but the inquiry remains ongoing.
The incident has prompted calls for stricter enforcement of traffic rules and better pedestrian safety measures in congested parts of the capital. DTC representatives expressed condolences to the victim's family and assured cooperation with the investigation.
Local residents reported that the area experiences heavy foot traffic during peak hours, increasing the risk of such accidents. Authorities are reviewing the route and considering additional signage or speed restrictions to prevent future tragedies.
The Delhi Police have registered a case under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code, and a detailed report will be submitted after the forensic analysis is completed.
Police officials arrived promptly, cordoned off the area and began an investigation to determine the cause of the collision. Preliminary reports suggest the bus may have failed to brake in time, but the inquiry remains ongoing.
The incident has prompted calls for stricter enforcement of traffic rules and better pedestrian safety measures in congested parts of the capital. DTC representatives expressed condolences to the victim's family and assured cooperation with the investigation.
Local residents reported that the area experiences heavy foot traffic during peak hours, increasing the risk of such accidents. Authorities are reviewing the route and considering additional signage or speed restrictions to prevent future tragedies.
The Delhi Police have registered a case under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code, and a detailed report will be submitted after the forensic analysis is completed.