12 Injured as Bengaluru to Kundapur Bus Meets with Accident Near Kunigal Bypass
Two passengers shifted to ICU for advanced treatment while the condition of others is reported to be stable.
At least 12 passengers were injured after a Sri Durgamba bus met with an accident near the Kunigal bypass on Sunday.
According to reports, the bus was travelling from Bengaluru to Kundapur when the accident occurred. The exact cause of the mishap is yet to be officially confirmed.
All injured passengers were immediately shifted to nearby hospitals for treatment. Ten of them are currently receiving medical care at Manasvi Hospital near the Kunigal bypass.
Hospital sources said one passenger suffered a serious head injury, while another sustained a fracture to the hip bone. Despite their injuries, the condition of all ten patients admitted to Manasvi Hospital is said to be stable and they are reported to be out of danger.
The remaining two passengers, whose injuries were considered more severe, were transferred to another hospital for specialised treatment. They are currently undergoing treatment in the intensive care unit.
One of the critically injured patients is reported to be a woman. Authorities are yet to release further details regarding her condition.
More information is expected as officials continue to assess the circumstances surrounding the accident.