Tension gripped Saraswati Vidyalaya in Shankar Nagar on Tuesday as worried parents gathered in large numbers, demanding answers after a tragic school bus accident in Hingna claimed the life of at least one child and left several others injured.
The accident occurred earlier in the day near Devadi Phendri Ghat under Hingna Police Station limits, where a school bus carrying students on a picnic overturned. The mishap resulted in severe injuries to many children, while emergency responders rushed to transport them to nearby hospitals for treatment. Hingna Police have launched an investigation to determine the cause of the accident.
Parents expressed anger over the school administration’s failure to provide timely information. Many alleged that they learned about the incident only through media reports. “The school authorities refused to give us clear details, leaving us in anxiety and fear,” said one of the parents.
The incident has sparked serious concerns about student safety and the school’s crisis management. Parents demanded accountability and strict measures to prevent such tragedies in the future.
Authorities have assured that further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses. Meanwhile, the school administration has yet to issue an official statement regarding the incident.