Tragic Bus Accident in Uttarakhand Claims Six Lives

A tragic bus accident in Almora, Uttarakhand, has claimed the lives of six passengers and left several others injured. The bus lost control and plunged into a ravine while traveling on the Bhikiyasain-Vinayak road. Emergency teams are currently conducting rescue operations, with concerns that some passengers may still be trapped inside the vehicle. Uttarakhand's Chief Minister has expressed deep sorrow over the incident and is overseeing relief efforts. The situation remains critical as authorities work to assist the injured and recover those still missing.

By Narendra Chaudhary Dec 30, 2025, 12:50 IST

Fatal Incident on Bhikiyasain-Vinayak Road

Almora, Dec 30: A devastating bus accident occurred on Tuesday morning in Uttarakhand's Almora district, resulting in the deaths of six individuals. The bus, which was carrying approximately 18 passengers, lost control and fell into a steep ravine on the Bhikiyasain-Vinayak road, according to officials.

The incident took place near Shilapani on the Bhikiyasain-Vinayak-Jalali motor route. The bus was making its way from Bhikiyasain to Ramnagar and had left Dwarahat around 6 a.m.

While traveling, the vehicle reportedly veered off course and plunged into a deep gorge. Officials confirmed that six passengers were pronounced dead at the scene.

It is estimated that there were between 17 and 18 people aboard the bus during the accident. Several passengers suffered injuries and have been transported to the nearest government hospital in Bhikiyasain for medical attention.

Emergency teams from the police, district administration, and the State Disaster Relief Force (SDRF) quickly arrived at the site of the accident.

Rescue operations are currently ongoing, with authorities concerned that some passengers may still be trapped inside the bus.

Senior officials from the district have also headed to the location to supervise the rescue efforts.

The site of the accident is located nearly 100 kilometers from the district headquarters, complicating relief operations.

Officials reported that both the bus driver and conductor are safe and in stable condition.

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami expressed his sorrow over the tragic event, stating that rescue and relief operations are being prioritized.

"I have received the extremely distressing news of a bus accident on the Bikhiyasain-Vinayak Motor Road, which was en route from Bikhiyasain to Ramnagar in Almora district, resulting in casualties among the passengers. This incident is profoundly painful and heart-wrenching," the Chief Minister shared in a post on X.

"We pray to God to grant eternal peace to the souls of the departed at His divine feet and provide strength to the bereaved families to endure this immense sorrow," he added, wishing a swift recovery for the injured.

"The injured passengers in the accident are being promptly admitted to nearby hospitals by the district administration. The seriously injured have been referred to advanced medical centres for better treatment. The entire matter is under continuous monitoring, and I am in constant contact with the local administrative authorities," CM Dhami stated.