A wedding bus carrying 58 people overturned near Kartang village under Binika police limits in Subarnapur district, leaving eight passengers critically injured. The bus was returning from a wedding in Boudh to Sohela in Bargarh district when the accident occurred.
Witnesses reported that the bus lost balance and toppled midway, cutting short the joyous return journey. The injured were immediately shifted to the district headquarters hospital for treatment. Police from Binika reached the spot and began an investigation into the cause of the accident.
The incident shocked the community, transforming a festive occasion into a tragedy. Families of the injured rushed to the hospital as doctors worked to stabilise the victims. Authorities confirmed that the bus carried wedding guests who had attended ceremonies in Boudh.
Local residents assisted in rescue efforts, helping evacuate passengers from the overturned vehicle. Officials stressed the importance of road safety, especially during late-night and early-morning travel when fatigue and poor visibility often contribute to accidents.
The Subarnapur wedding bus accident highlights the risks of overcrowded and long-distance travel during festive occasions. Police continue to examine the circumstances that led to the mishap.
