Meghalaya: 7 injured in an inter-state bus accident in Garo Hills

At around 2.30 am today, a bus carrying seven people rolled into a marsh by the side of the road close to Gomaijhora under Phulbari Police Station in the West Garo Hills, Meghalaya.

Overspeeding was allegedly occurring on the bus. After the accident, the motorist sped away. The wounded were given first assistance before being sent to the nearby Bhaitbari CHC for treatment. From Guwahati to Mankachar, the bus (AS01NC/2524) is travelling.

According to a police official, the passengers were taken to the hospital and given first aid before being discharged.