23 killed in Assam highway crash between bus and truck

Published 23h ago · Latest report 20h ago · Accident

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A head-on crash between a bus and a truck in Assam killed at least 23 people.

A head-on crash between a container truck and a passenger bus in India's Assam state killed at least 23 people and injured several others. The collision occurred on a highway near Kaziranga National Park on Friday. Police confirmed the death toll, which includes three children.

The casualtiesAt least 23 people lost their lives in the crash, including three children.
The locationThe fatal collision happened on a highway bordering Kaziranga National Park in northeastern India.

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Why it matters

Road accidents are a major safety concern in India, often caused by speeding, reckless driving, and poor infrastructure. Major crashes on rural and state highways frequently result in high numbers of casualties, prompting periodic calls for stricter traffic enforcement.

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23people killed

3children killed

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