In a horrific accident in Mumbai's Bhandup area, a reversing BEST bus mowed down four pedestrians and injured nine others outside the railway station. Reporting from the spot, India Today's Senior Special Correspondent Vidya highlights that the tragedy occurred around 10 pm when the driver, identified as Santosh Ramesh Sawant, lost control in the congested market area. CCTV footage captured the shocking moment the Olectra electric bus crushed victims against a shop. While the driver has been arrested, Mumbai Congress President Varsha Gaikwad has questioned the maintenance of wet-leased buses and the competence of hired drivers. The incident has sparked outrage over the safety of Mumbai's civic transport system, with Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis announcing compensation for the victims' families.
