The mini-bus involved in the Kaziranga collision that killed 23 people had a history of traffic violations, including 12 paid challans worth Rs 38,500 and an outstanding fine of Rs 4,000, police said.
At A Glance
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Traffic violations: The mini-bus had 12 paid challans worth Rs 38,500 and another Rs 4,000 penalty pending.
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Death toll: The collision with a container truck in Kaziranga claimed 23 lives.
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Police investigation: Preliminary findings point to overspeeding and violation of traffic restrictions.
The mini-bus involved in the fatal Kaziranga bus-truck collision in Assam had a history of traffic violations, police said on Friday. The vehicle had accumulated 12 challans involving Rs 38,500, which the owner had paid. However, another penalty of Rs 4,000 remained outstanding.
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The accident killed 23 people, Golaghat Senior Superintendent of Police Swapnanil Deka said. Preliminary investigations point to overspeeding and violations of traffic restrictions in the Kaziranga area.
Police said the Traveller mini-bus was travelling at a very high speed before the collision. Investigators suspect that the driver lost control and crashed into a container truck.
“The vehicle was moving at a very high speed and had violated the restrictions imposed near the park. We believe the driver lost control before the collision with the container truck,” Deka said.
Police have yet to determine the exact number of passengers travelling in the mini-bus. They are also awaiting further details about the injured and the identities of all the victims.
Himanta Biswa Sarma Expresses Grief
Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma expressed deep sorrow over the tragedy. He said the loss of 23 lives had shocked the entire state.
In a post on X, Sarma said the government’s immediate priority was to ensure the best possible medical treatment for the injured.
“No words can ease their pain, but they should know that they are not alone. All of Assam stands with them in this hour of grief,” the Chief Minister said.
Sarma also said Cabinet Minister Atul Bora had reached the accident site. Bora, who represents the area as its local MLA, was personally monitoring rescue and relief operations.
Atul Bora Joins Rescue Efforts
Bora said he witnessed the aftermath of the accident while returning from Guwahati. He joined local residents in rushing the injured to hospitals.
The collision occurred in the Kaziranga area on Thursday.
Police are continuing their investigation to establish the exact circumstances behind the crash. The probe will examine the factors that led to the collision, including the alleged overspeeding and violation of traffic restrictions.