Bhimtal Road Accident: A horrific road accident took place in Bhimtal, Uttarakhand. In fact, a bus carrying at least 27 passengers from Almora to Haldwani fell into a 1500 feet deep gorge in Bhimtal area of ​​Uttarakhand, killing three people. Many people are reported to be injured in the accident.

According to reports, the accident took place on Bhimtal-Ranibagh road, after which police immediately reached the spot and started rescue operations. The injured passengers were helped by police and locals using ropes. Nainital SSP Prahlad Meena told news agency ANI, "Many people were injured after the roadways bus fell into the ditch and rescue teams have been deployed at the spot. Some injured personnel have been admitted to the hospital."

CM Dhami expressed grief

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami said that he is saddened by the accident and has ordered immediate relief and rescue operations. He tweeted, ‘The news of the bus accident near Bhimtal is extremely sad. The local administration has been instructed to carry out immediate relief and rescue operations. I pray to Baba Kedar for the safety of all the passengers.’

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declaration of compensation

The Uttarakhand government has announced a compensation of Rs 10 lakh for the families of the deceased, Rs 3 lakh for the families of the seriously injured and Rs 15-25 thousand for the families of normally injured persons.