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Accident – Death – Obituary News : : 1. Verna IDC bus accident
2. Labourers killed in Verna IDC bus crash
A company bus accident at Verna IDC resulted in the death of four workers and injuries to five others. The driver, suspected of being under the influence of alcohol, crashed into temporary hutments occupied by labourers from Bihar. Night shift workers from nearby firms rushed to help, while the company staff on the bus escaped unharmed. The driver, Bharat Govekar, is undergoing alcohol tests, with results pending. The Chief Minister, Pramod Sawant, has vowed to blacklist the contractor and sub-contractors responsible for the unsafe accommodation of workers. The incident has sparked an investigation by Verna police.
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1. Verna IDC bus accident kills 4 laborers
2. Fatal bus collision at Verna IDC, 5 injured
Bus Accident at Verna IDC Claims Lives of Four Labourers
Tragedy struck late Saturday night at the Verna IDC when a bus operated by a company crashed into temporary hutments, resulting in the loss of four lives and injuring several others. The incident took place around 11.30 pm as the bus was transporting employees along an internal road from Titan Gate Junction towards Loutolim.
Details of the Mishap
According to South Goa SP Sunita Sawant, the driver, Bharat Govekar, lost control while negotiating a turn and rammed into the hutments occupied by labourers from Bihar who were working on construction projects. As a result, eight workers were injured, with four tragically losing their lives on the spot. The injured were rushed to the South Goa District Hospital for medical treatment.
Night Shift Workers Offer Assistance
Upon hearing about the accident, night shift workers from nearby companies rushed to the scene to provide aid and support. Miraculously, the company staff on the bus managed to escape unharmed, thanks to the swift response of the surrounding workers.
Alcohol Test Conducted on Driver
During the investigation, police noted that the driver, Bharat Govekar, exhibited signs of alcohol consumption. He was also injured in the accident and admitted to the hospital for treatment. Alcohol tests were conducted to confirm his intoxication levels, with results pending for further action.
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Government Action
Chief Minister Pramod Sawant expressed deep sorrow over the incident and vowed to hold all responsible parties accountable. He announced plans to blacklist the contractors and sub-contractors involved in the construction of the hutments by the roadside, ensuring such negligence is not repeated in the future.
As the community mourns the loss of four lives and prays for the speedy recovery of the injured, authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the bus accident at Verna IDC. Stay tuned for updates on this developing story.
