’25 people were found dead in the Pauri Garhwal bus accident that took place in Birokhal area of Dhumakot on Tuesday night. Police and state disaster management forces rescued 21 people overnight; The injured have been admitted to nearby hospitals,” state police chief Ashok Kumar was quoted as saying by news agency ANI.
Prime Minister condoled the incident. ‘The bus accident in Uttarakhand’s Pauri is heartbreaking. My thoughts are with the grieving families during this tragic time. I hope the injured get well soon. Rescue operation is in progress. All possible assistance will be extended to them,” the Prime Minister’s Office tweeted, quoting Prime Minister Modi.
