Over 25 individuals were injured, with two in serious condition, as two private buses collided near Irinjalakuda in Thrissur district of Kerala on Tuesday morning, according to local police. The incident occurred when one of the buses stopped at a bus stop and was rear-ended by the other vehicle.
Passengers from both buses suffered injuries in the collision, though no formal complaint has been lodged with the police yet. The exact cause of the accident, whether due to negligent driving or overspeeding, is yet to be determined, authorities reported.
Among the injured individuals, two have been transferred to Thrissur for further medical treatment, as stated by an officer from the Irinjalakuda police station.
The collision underscores the potential dangers on the road and the need for heightened vigilance and adherence to traffic regulations. Authorities are expected to conduct a thorough investigation into the incident to determine the circumstances leading up to the accident.