Incident Summary
At around 06:00 hours on Saturday, a Himachal Road Transport Corporation (HRTC) bus en route from Manali to Pathankot tipped over close to the Police Line area in Bashing, Kullu district. The vehicle, which was carrying four passengers together with the driver and the conductor, fell onto its side, leaving every person on board with injuries ranging from mild to severe.
People Injured
The victims comprise four travelers – Shyam Lal, 45, Krishna Thapa, 42, Chhaya Devi, 25 and Rakesh Kumar, 31 – as well as the driver Manmohan Singh, 42. The conductor, Praveen, 46, sustained only minor injuries. All six individuals were promptly taken to the Regional Hospital in Kullu for medical care.
Police Action & Investigation
Local law‑enforcement reached the crash site shortly after the incident and have begun a formal inquiry to determine why the bus overturned. Officers are collecting statements from witnesses and inspecting the road surface near the Police Line to assess whether driver error, mechanical failure, or external conditions contributed to the mishap.
Importance of the Route
The Manali‑Pathankot corridor serves as a vital link for residents and tourists navigating the Kullu valley. Because the accident occurred early in the morning, the bus was relatively lightly loaded, a factor that may shape the ongoing investigation.
Situation Update
Medical teams continue to monitor the patients’ conditions, while police officials have pledged to release further information as the investigation proceeds.
