A speeding bus carrying wedding guests plunged into a ravine in southeastern Pakistan, killing at least seven people and injuring 17 others.
In a tragic and avoidable incident, a bus carrying wedding guests met a deadly fate in Pakistan on Thursday. The bus, reportedly speeding down a poorly maintained roadway, plunged into a ravine in the southeastern part of the country, claiming the lives of at least seven passengers.
The crash occurred near Quetta, the capital of Balochistan Province. Authorities have launched an investigation into the cause of the crash, which remains unknown at this time. Eyewitnesses and survivors have provided conflicting accounts, making it difficult to determine the exact circumstances surrounding the incident.
Deadly Bus Crash in Pakistan Claims Lives of Wedding Guests
The impact of the crash was devastating, with the bus rolling several times before coming to a halt at the bottom of the ravine. Rescuers rushed to the scene and worked tirelessly to extricate the victims from the wreckage.
The victims, identified as members of a wedding party, were taken to a nearby hospital for treatment. Seventeen passengers sustained injuries, some of whom were reported to be in critical condition.
Deadly Bus Crash in Pakistan Claims Lives of Wedding Guests
The news of the deadly crash sent shockwaves throughout Pakistan, particularly among the families of the victims. Relatives gathered outside the hospital, anxiously awaiting updates on the condition of their loved ones.
Tragically, this is not the first such incident to occur in Pakistan. The country has a history of deadly bus crashes, often attributed to reckless driving, poorly maintained vehicles, and inadequate road infrastructure.
Deadly Bus Crash in Pakistan Claims Lives of Wedding Guests
Just last month, three separate bus crashes in Pakistan claimed the lives of over 60 people. Two of the crashes occurred within Pakistan itself, while the third took place in neighboring Iran, killing 28 Pakistani pilgrims en route to Iraq.
The repeated occurrence of such tragedies highlights the urgent need for improved road safety measures in Pakistan. The government has pledged to take steps to address the issue, including implementing stricter traffic laws, improving road conditions, and providing better training for drivers.
However, experts believe that changing the ingrained driving culture and enforcing existing laws will be crucial to preventing future tragedies like the deadly bus crash in southeastern Pakistan.
The Associated Press contributed to this report.
