November 13th 2024.
Tragedy struck in northern Pakistan on Tuesday as a bus carrying wedding guests fell into the Indus River, claiming the lives of at least 26 people. According to officials, the incident occurred in the Gilgit Baltistan region as the bus was en route to Chakwal, a city in Punjab province.
As news of the accident spread, government spokesman Faizullah Faraq shared that only one woman had been found alive so far. She was immediately taken to a nearby hospital for treatment. The rest of the passengers, however, were still missing and rescue efforts were put on hold until Wednesday.
Police were quick to respond to the scene, but the cause of the crash remains unknown. They have yet to take a statement from the lone survivor, which may provide some clarity on the situation. Pakistani President Asif Ali Zardari expressed his condolences and urged rescuers to continue their efforts in finding the missing passengers.
Sadly, road accidents are all too common in Pakistan. The country's poor infrastructure and disregard for traffic laws and safety standards often contribute to such tragedies. In fact, just a few months prior, 36 people lost their lives and many were injured in two separate bus crashes.
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