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A tragic accident involving a Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) bus claimed the lives of a Delhi Police constable and another pedestrian on Monday night near the Monastery Market on Ring Road. The incident occurred between 10:15 PM and 10:30 PM when a DTC bus operating on the Sarai Kale Khan ISBT-Nand Nagari route veered off course, losing control and mounting the pavement.
The errant bus struck a billboard pole before hitting the two unfortunate pedestrians. The impact of the collision was severe, resulting in their immediate death. The bus then collided with the road divider, coming to a halt. The circumstances surrounding the accident are currently under investigation by the police. It is unclear what caused the bus to lose control, and investigators are examining factors such as driver error, mechanical failure, or road conditions.
The accident has raised concerns about road safety in the city. Authorities have responded by calling for a thorough investigation to determine the cause of the accident and take appropriate measures to prevent similar incidents in the future. The loss of life in this incident is a reminder of the importance of safe driving practices and the need for strict enforcement of traffic rules.
Source: DTC bus rams into pavement, kills constable and pedestrian near Delhi’s Monastery Market