Balochistan: At least 40 people were killed and eight others injured after an overcrowded passenger bus lost control and plunged into a deep ravine in Pakistan's southwestern Balochistan province on Friday. The tragic accident has raised concerns about road safety in the region.
According to Emirates News Agency, the bus was traveling from Quetta to Islamabad when the accident occurred near Dana Sar, a remote area on the border between Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The bus veered off the highway before plunging into the rocky ravine, resulting in the high casualty count.
Rescue teams quickly responded to the scene, working tirelessly to transport the injured to nearby hospitals. Efforts continued into the night to recover victims from the wreckage, highlighting the challenging conditions of the accident site. Authorities have launched an investigation to determine the cause of the crash, seeking to prevent future tragedies on the region's roads.