At least six people lost their lives and 18 others were injured in a Muzaffargarh bus trailer accident on Saturday morning. The tragic incident occurred near the Langar Sarai area in Punjab, according to local police.
The accident involved a passenger bus and a large trailer. The bus was traveling from Jhang to Ali Pur when the collision happened. Among the deceased were two men, two women, and two children. The bus driver also died on the spot.
Emergency services rushed to the scene and shifted the injured to a nearby hospital for treatment. The condition of several injured passengers remains critical.
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif expressed deep sorrow over the incident. She extended condolences to the families of the deceased and prayed for their peace. She also directed hospital officials to provide the best medical care to the injured without delay.
Speaking on road safety, CM Maryam Nawaz said that the Punjab government is working to prevent such tragedies. She emphasized the need for strict enforcement of traffic laws and improved road conditions.
The Muzaffargarh bus trailer accident highlights ongoing concerns about traffic safety in Pakistan. Reckless driving, poor vehicle maintenance, and overloaded highways often contribute to such deadly crashes.
Authorities have launched an investigation into the cause of the accident. Initial reports suggest that one of the vehicles may have been speeding. However, a full inquiry is underway to determine responsibility.
This incident comes just days after another tragic accident in Neelum Valley, where a tourist vehicle plunged into the river, killing six people.
As families mourn their loss, officials have promised accountability and better preventive measures to ensure public safety on roads across the province
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