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Bengaluru Bus Driver Dies from Heart Attack While Driving

Quick action by the conductor prevented a potential accident, ensuring passenger safety.

  • Kiran Kumar, a 40-year-old BMTC bus driver, suffered a fatal heart attack while driving on his final route from Nelamangala to Dasanapura.
  • CCTV footage captured the moment Kumar collapsed, causing the bus to graze another vehicle.
  • Bus conductor Obalesh immediately took control of the bus, preventing any further incidents and ensuring the safety of all passengers.
  • Despite being rushed to a nearby hospital by the conductor, Kumar was declared dead upon arrival.
  • The Bangalore Metropolitan Transport Corporation expressed condolences and provided compensation to Kumar's family.
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