Nine-year-old Shubha Harini was run over by a public bus operated by the Bangalore Metro Transport Corporation today.
A nine-year-old girl was run over by a public bus in Bangalore today. The bus is operated by the Bangalore Metro Transport Corporation or BMTC.
The girl, Shubha Harini, has suffered serious injuries and has been admitted to the Jain Hospital in the city. According to doctors, Shubha may need multiple surgeries. Her leg is damaged and may also have to be amputated.
The accident occurred near the Cantonment railway station during the morning rush hour between 7.45 and 8.15 am. Shubha was travelling with her elder sister, who managed to board the bus. However, Shubha who was right behind, lost her balance while climbing, during which time the bus sped off, running over her leg in the process.
Shubha, who will turn 10 tomorrow, aspires to be a dancer. She is also a very good athlete, says her sister.
Meanwhile, the bus driver has been detained for questioning. Eyewitnesses claim it was his negligence that caused the accident.
The BMTC has said that it will give Rs 10,000 for the nine-year-old's treatment.