Bus accident in Udhampur today; heavy casualties expected

A major bus accident took place in Udhampur on Monday morning resulting in heavy casualties.

Union Minister Jitendra Singh said, “Just now spoke to DC Udhampur, Minga Sherpa after learning about a tragic road accident, less than an hour ago, at village Kanote, involving a public transport bus on  way from Ramnagar to Udhampur”. 

He said that the rescue operation has been immediately undertaken. Heavy casualties are expected. All possible assistance is being provided. The injured will be shifted for medical aid. Arrangements being made to airlift the seriously injured.

“I am in constant touch with the local administration as well as our local workers team led by Rajinder Sharma” said Singh.