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Tragic Bus Accident in Chamba Claims Seven Lives

A devastating bus accident on the Tissa–Bairagarh route in Chamba district has led to the tragic loss of seven lives, including the driver and conductor. Seven others were injured and are currently receiving treatment at a local hospital. Eyewitnesses reported that 15 to 20 passengers were on board during the incident. The cause of the crash is still under investigation, with local authorities confirming the event and beginning inquiries. Read on for more details about the victims and the ongoing situation.
By Narendra Chaudhary Aug 8, 2026, 16:01 IST

Fatal Incident on Tissa–Bairagarh Route


Subhash Mahajan
Chamba

This morning, a serious road accident took place on the Tissa–Bairagarh main road in Chamba district. Reports indicate that a bus, operated by Sharma, was en route from Bairagarh to Chamba when it tragically crashed near Chaluij Mor.

The accident resulted in the loss of seven lives, comprising four men and three women. Among the deceased are both the bus driver and conductor. Furthermore, seven individuals sustained injuries and were promptly transported to the Civil Hospital in Tissa for medical attention.


Victims:



  1. Jagdev Sharma (50), son of Dharm Singh, from village Bahla, PO Devikothi, Tehsil Churah, District Chamba


  2. Des Raj (35), son of Trilochan, from village Bahla, PO Devikothi, Tehsil Churah, District Chamba


  3. Tej Singh (39), son of Pyare Lal, from village Satyas, PO Tarela, Tehsil Churah, District Chamba — Conductor


  4. Jagdei (24), daughter of Hari Lal, from village Bahla, PO Devikothi, Tehsil Churah, District Chamba


  5. Hardei (43), wife of Jagdev, from village Bahla, PO Devikothi, Tehsil Churah, District Chamba


  6. Neelam (34), wife of Moti Singh, from VPO Devikothi, Tehsil Churah, District Chamba


  7. Roop Singh (35), son of Radha Ram, from village Chilli, PO Thalli, Tehsil Churah, District Chamba — Driver



Injured Individuals (Receiving Treatment at Civil Hospital, Tissa):



  1. Karn Singh alias Sahil (18), son of Hari Singh, from village & PO Bairagarh, Tehsil Churah


  2. Sushmita (32), daughter of Pramod Kumar, residing in Ayodhya


  3. Priyanka (5), daughter of Bittu, from village & PO Devikothi, Tehsil Churah


  4. Harshu (4), daughter of Bittu, from village & PO Devikothi, Tehsil Churah


  5. Pano Devi (41), wife of Yogendra Mangal, from village Diryala, PO Devikothi, Tehsil Churah


  6. Kavya (11), daughter of Moti Singh, from VPO Devikothi, Tehsil Churah


  7. Dhanni (40), daughter of Bhagto, from village Randiyund, PO Devikothi, Tehsil Churah


  8. Dharmo Devi (62), wife of Jassa Ram, from village & PO Ghulei, Tehsil Churah


  9. Aprit Mangal (11), son of Yogendra Mangal, from village Diryala, PO Devikothi, Tehsil Churah


  10. Neha (10), daughter of Moti Singh, from VPO Devikothi, Tehsil Churah


  11. Vijay Kumar (34), son of Beli Ram, from village Sarvas, PO Tarela, Tehsil Churah



Witnesses reported that approximately 15 to 20 passengers were aboard at the time of the incident. The precise cause of the accident remains under investigation.


Local residents and police officials quickly arrived at the scene after being alerted. Authorities have confirmed the occurrence of the accident and have commenced an inquiry.

Anubhav Sharma, the Additional SHO of Tissa Police Station, has corroborated the details surrounding the incident.