BEST bus crashes into multiple vehicles in Mumbai's Dadar, 4 injured

Two motorbike riders, the bus conductor and another person suffered injuries, and they were rushed to the civic-run Sion Hospital.

At least four persons were injured after a speeding bus of Mumbai's civic-run transport undertaking BEST collided with two cars and several other vehicles in the Dadar area on Monday, officials said.

Witnesses reported a loud crash and saw debris scattered on the road. (X/@krownnist/ Representational)

Traffic movement slowed in the area for some time following the incident, an official said.

According to preliminary information, the driver of the bus belonging to the Brihanmumbai Electric Supply and Transport (BEST) allegedly lost control of the vehicle near Plaza Cinema at around 9.30 am. As a result, the bus hit two cars, a cab and two motorbikes, he said.

Witnesses reported a loud crash and saw debris scattered on the road.

Two motorbike riders, the bus conductor and another person suffered injuries, and they were rushed to the civic-run Sion Hospital, the official said.

The Shivaji Park police and fire brigade personnel rushed to the spot to supervise the rescue operation and manage traffic.

The bus driver was detained, the police said.

Commuters in the area faced delays as lanes were cordoned off and traffic was diverted for some time.