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Education
School Bus Hits Tree Near Chicholi, Villagers Rescue Children in Betul
✍️ Amar Ujala · Madhya Pradesh
🗓 13 Oct 2026, 04:01 PM
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A school bus carrying pupils collided with a tree near Chicholi in Betul district, rolled into a field and was freed after villagers broke the windows.
A school bus reportedly belonging to Sharda Public School was traveling near the village of Chunaagosai in the Chicholi police‑station area of Betul district, Madhya Pradesh, when it struck a tree. The impact forced the vehicle to tip over into an adjacent field.
Eyewitnesses said the bus came to rest with its windows shattered, trapping the children inside. Local residents rushed to the scene and, using tools and sheer effort, broke the glass to pull the pupils out safely.
Emergency services were alerted and reached the site shortly after. While officials have not released exact figures on injuries, initial reports suggest that the children were rescued without serious harm. The incident is under investigation by district authorities.
The accident highlights concerns over road safety in rural Madhya Pradesh, especially for school transport. Authorities are expected to review the condition of the bus and the route to prevent similar mishaps.
Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.
Eyewitnesses said the bus came to rest with its windows shattered, trapping the children inside. Local residents rushed to the scene and, using tools and sheer effort, broke the glass to pull the pupils out safely.
Emergency services were alerted and reached the site shortly after. While officials have not released exact figures on injuries, initial reports suggest that the children were rescued without serious harm. The incident is under investigation by district authorities.
The accident highlights concerns over road safety in rural Madhya Pradesh, especially for school transport. Authorities are expected to review the condition of the bus and the route to prevent similar mishaps.
Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.