Bus Crashes During Return Journey
At least 21 people were injured after a Punjab University bus plunged into a deep ravine early Sunday.
The vehicle was carrying university employees returning from Naran.
The accident occurred near Damgala during the journey towards Punjab.
Initial reports said the driver lost control of the bus before it fell into a steep gorge.
All 21 passengers on board sustained injuries.
The exact cause of the accident has not yet been confirmed.
Rescue Teams Shift Injured to Hospitals
Rescue 1122 teams reached the crash site shortly after receiving the emergency call.
Medical workers provided first aid to the injured passengers at the scene.
Rescuers then carefully removed the victims from the damaged vehicle.
Some passengers were shifted to Tehsil Headquarters Hospital Balakot.
Others were transported to King Abdullah Teaching Hospital in Mansehra for further treatment.
Officials have not released details about the condition of individual passengers.
All Passengers Identified as University Employees
Authorities confirmed that everyone travelling on the bus was employed by Punjab University.
The group was returning after visiting the popular tourist destination of Naran.
Police and local officials are expected to examine the vehicle and accident site.
Investigators will determine whether the crash was caused by speeding, mechanical failure, road conditions or driver error.
The accident has renewed concerns about travel safety on mountainous roads.
Drivers have been advised to maintain low speeds and exercise greater caution on steep routes.
