Uttarakhand CM Dhami expresses grief over bus accident on Haldwani-Pithoragarh route
Dehradun, March 27
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami on Friday expressed his grief over a bus accident on the Haldwani to Pithoragarh route.
The Chief Minister stated that relief and rescue operations are ongoing, and the injured passengers are being rushed to nearby hospitals.
He also assured that instructions have been given to airlift the seriously injured if required.
In a post on X, CM Dhami wrote, "I have received the extremely heartbreaking news of the bus accident en route from Haldwani to Pithoragarh. Relief and rescue operations are ongoing by the local administration, and the injured are being promptly admitted to nearby hospitals for treatment."
CM Dhami prayed for the safety and well-being of the passengers involved in the accident.
"Instructions have also been issued to airlift the seriously injured if necessary. I pray to Maa Naina Devi for the safe well-being of all passengers," the post read.
Earlier in the day, Chief Minister Dhami praised the new film policy announced by the state government, which provides a subsidy of up to Rs two crore to promote film production in regional languages.
In a post on X, CM Dhami wrote, "Our government is steadfastly committed to promoting creativity and cultural richness. Under the new film policy, a subsidy of up to Rs 2 crore is being provided to encourage film production in regional languages, thereby creating new opportunities for local artists, directors, and technicians. This initiative will not only help take Uttarakhand's rich culture and traditions to the country and abroad but will also give a fresh impetus to employment generation and the growth of the film industry in the state."
— ANI
Reader Comments
While it's good the CM is responding, these accidents on hill roads are becoming too frequent. The government needs to focus on road safety and maintenance with the same urgency as announcing film subsidies. Praying for everyone's safety.
The prompt response from the administration is commendable. Using airlift for critical patients can be a lifesaver in remote areas. Hope all passengers recover soon. Jai Maa Naina Devi.
Heartbreaking news. It's a stark reminder of the risks of travel in the mountains. I'm glad to hear relief operations are ongoing. Wishing strength to the families affected.
The contrast in the article is telling. One moment it's about a tragic accident, the next about film policy. Priorities seem mixed. Our prayers are with the victims, but the government's primary focus should be on preventing such tragedies.
Having traveled that route, I know how scary it can be. Driver training and vehicle fitness checks on such routes need to be stricter. Hope the injured get the best care possible.
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