Reckless Overtaking: Bus Hits Truck in Nandakumar, 22 Injured

• A long-distance bus collided with a truck on National Highway 116 near Hansgeria, Nandakumar, East Medinipur.
• The accident occurred Friday morning when the bus, speeding from Kolkata to Solpatta, lost control while attempting to overtake another vehicle.
• Approximately 22 passengers sustained injuries; critically injured individuals were transferred to Tamralipta Government Medical College and Hospital.
• Nandakumar Police and local residents rushed to the spot, rescued the injured, and the police subsequently seized the bus.
• The incident caused a significant traffic jam on NH 116, highlighting ongoing road safety concerns due to driver carelessness.