Bhatkal: A tragic road accident occurred on Friday night near Manki, resulting in the death of a car driver and multiple injuries after a collision between a bus and a car on National Highway 66. The incident occurred around 9:30 PM, approximately 30 km from Bhatkal.

According to Zakir Katingeri, a social activist from Manki, the private bus was en route to Mumbai from Mangaluru, carrying around 35 passengers. As the car, traveling in the opposite direction, attempted to make a turn near the Manki petrol pump, a high-speed private bus bound for Mumbai collided with it. The impact was severe, causing the car's front panels to be blown off and the bus to overturn into a nearby ditch.

Local residents immediately rushed to the scene to assist the victims. The critically injured car driver, identified as Mohan Naik (45), was extricated from the vehicle and promptly shifted to Honnavar Hospital. Unfortunately, he succumbed to his injuries at the hospital. He resided in Bole Basti, Manki, and he was alone in the car when the accident occurred.

بھٹکل کے قریب منکی میں بس اور کار کی ٹکر؛ کار ڈرائیور ہلاک؛ بس پر سوار مسافر زخمی

The bus passengers suffered varying degrees of injuries, with most sustaining minor injuries and a few experiencing more severe harm. They were transported to Honnavar Government Hospital for treatment, while those with minor injuries were taken to Manki Government Hospital for medical care.

Upon receiving the information, the Manki police swiftly arrived at the scene and, with the assistance of local residents, promptly transported the injured individuals to the hospital. A case has been registered at the Manki police station in connection with the accident.