Mandi District Mourns: HRTC Bus Accident Claims Seven Lives

Tragedy struck near Mandi, Himachal Pradesh, as an HRTC bus crashed in the Maseran area of Sarkaghat, approximately 60 kilometers from the district center. The accident, which occurred on July 24, resulted in seven fatalities and numerous injuries. The Principal Media Advisor to the Chief Minister of Himachal Pradesh provided details on the ongoing rescue and support operations, emphasizing the administration’s commitment to assisting those affected. The injured are receiving medical care, and the authorities are investigating the cause of the accident, with initial assessments suggesting that heavy rainfall may have played a role in a potential road collapse that led to the bus veering off course.