Surat : Reckless BRTS Bus Driver Gets One Day Remand in Deadly Accident
Surat – A BRTS bus driver in Surat faces charges of culpable homicide after a horrific accident near Katargam GIDC claimed one life and injured nine others. The driver, Manhar Bhuljibhai Gameet, has been granted a one-day remand by the court while officials investigate the cause of the crash.
Chaos on the Bridge:
On Saturday evening, chaos erupted on the Pramukhswamy Bridge as Gameet's recklessly driven BRTS bus rammed into four motorcycles, a tempo, and another bus ahead. The collision flung nine people from their vehicles, leaving them with severe injuries. Tragically, one victim, Bhikhabhai Sonawane, succumbed to his injuries during treatment.
Driver's Claim Contradicted:
Following the accident, Gameet claimed that faulty brakes caused him to lose control of the bus. However, preliminary investigations by the Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL) have contradicted this claim, indicating that the bus brakes were in proper working order. This raises serious questions about the driver's actions and potential negligence behind the wheel.
Seeking Answers:
Katargam police arrested Gameet under various sections of the Indian Penal Code and Motor Vehicles Act, including culpable homicide not amounting to murder. To unravel the circumstances of the incident, they requested a four-day remand for the accused.
While the court granted only a one-day remand, police are determined to gather vital evidence from various sources. CCTV footage from cameras along the bus route and FSL analysis of the vehicles involved will be crucial in piecing together the sequence of events. Additionally, investigators will explore if Gameet had been involved in any prior accidents or exhibited reckless driving before the fatal crash.
A Call for Accountability:
This tragic accident casts a shadow on the safety of public transportation in Surat. The swift action by police and the ongoing investigation offer some hope for accountability. However, ensuring responsible driving practices and stringent safety measures within the BRTS system remains imperative to prevent such tragedies from recurring.
As the investigation unfolds, the community awaits definitive answers and justice for the victims and their families. The one-day remand granted to the driver marks a crucial step in piecing together the events that led to this devastating accident.
