Chandigarh: Major tragedy averted as electric bus's wheels come off mid-route, no injuries reported
PTC News Desk: A major accident was averted in Chandigarh on Saturday after both tyres of an electric bus came off while it was moving between Sectors 46 and 47.
The bus, carrying around 15 passengers, was travelling from Ramdarbar to Maloya when the incident took place.
The driver acted quickly and safely brought the bus to a stop, preventing a serious accident. Fortunately, no one was injured.
Eyewitnesses said the bus was moving at a normal speed when both tyres suddenly detached with a loud noise. The driver immediately applied the brakes and managed to control the vehicle.
The incident has once again raised concerns over the safety of Chandigarh's electric buses. Similar cases involving technical faults, mechanical failures and even buses overturning have been reported in the past.
- With inputs from agencies
