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BMTC E-Bus Crash Near Chinnaswamy Stadium Attributed to Driver Seizure With No Injuries

Officials attribute the crash to a medical emergency, prompting scrutiny of driver health checks.

Overview

  • BMTC said the electric bus struck multiple cars and two-wheelers after the driver suffered a sudden seizure.
  • No injuries were reported, and the driver was taken to a nearby hospital where he is stable and recovering.
  • Traffic police quickly cleared damaged vehicles near M. Chinnaswamy Stadium and restored normal flow in the central business district.
  • The transport utility said the crash resulted from a medical emergency rather than negligence or mechanical failure.
  • BMTC expressed regret and offered support to affected vehicle owners, and the episode has renewed attention to driver health monitoring.