In the wake of the recent Bal Rath school bus accident in Balli that resulted in injuries to children due to mechanical failure, local residents of Mapusa have raised concerns about the unsafe operating conditions of these buses in Mapusa. Witnesses reported observing an over-packed Bal Rath bus attempting to ascend a steep slope, raising alarm about impending dangers and the risk of accidents. Residents have urged government intervention, emphasizing the need for additional buses to reduce overcrowding risks.
Calling attention to the hazardous situation, Mapusa local Salman Khan emphasized, ‘The overloaded Bal Rath poses a serious safety threat to children, especially when navigating steep slopes. The potential for another mechanical failure is alarming, putting our children’s lives at risk. Preventive measures must be taken immediately. Increasing the number of buses can alleviate overcrowding issues,” he said
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Another resident, Abdul Shaik, stressed the importance of timely maintenance for the Bal Rath fleet. “Employees receive salaries, so maintenance should be a priority. Safety measures need to be prioritized above all else. Parents should actively monitor bus overcrowding and report concerns to the school to prevent a potential tragedy. Both the government and parents need to remain vigilant,” he urged.
