Bus Accident
A tragic accident occurred on the Makran Coastal Highway in Lasbela, Balochistan, when a bus carrying Iranian pilgrims crashed, resulting in the deaths of 12 people and injuries to at least 30 others.
The incident, which took place near Buzi Top on the highway, has been attributed to brake failure caused by excessive speed, according to police reports.
The ill-fated bus was transporting pilgrims who were returning from Iran to Punjab. Police officials confirmed that the vehicle veered off the road and plunged into a ravine, leading to the devastating loss of life.
The injured and deceased were quickly transported to nearby hospitals for urgent medical attention.
Rescue operations, involving the combined efforts of police, Levies, and other agencies, are currently underway to provide further assistance and to manage the aftermath of the crash.
The pilgrims aboard the bus were reported to be from Lahore and Gujranwala in Punjab.
The police have indicated that initial investigations suggest brake failure as the primary cause of the accident, which was exacerbated by the bus’s excessive speed on the treacherous stretch of road.
The bus had been traveling from Iran, making its way back to Punjab when the tragic event unfolded.
This heartbreaking incident on the Makran Coastal Highway is compounded by the fact that it comes just days after another deadly bus accident involving Pakistani pilgrims occurred in Iran.
In that earlier accident, 28 people lost their lives, and 15 others were injured when a bus carrying pilgrims crashed.
The bodies of those who perished in the Iranian accident were repatriated to Pakistan two days ago via a special flight, underscoring the recent string of tragedies involving pilgrims.
The recurring nature of these accidents highlights the need for stringent safety measures on routes frequently used by pilgrims.
The Makran Coastal Highway, known for its challenging terrain, has been the site of multiple accidents in the past, raising concerns about the safety of those who travel on it.
As rescue operations continue in Lasbela, the focus remains on providing medical care to the survivors and determining the full extent of the damage caused by this latest disaster.
Authorities are expected to launch a thorough investigation into the incident to ascertain the precise reasons behind the brake failure and to take necessary steps to prevent such tragedies in the future.
For now, the families of the victims and the injured are left to cope with the devastating aftermath of an accident that has once again brought sorrow to the pilgrim community.
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